Byaombe Lumona

Co-Founder & Program Manager of the Program for Defying Violence Against Women

Byaombe Lumona is a Congolese social justice advocate, currently residing in Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya. As the Co-Founder and Program Manager of the Program for Defying Violence Against Women (PRODEVIOW), Byaombe is dedicated to empowering women and girls in the community. His work focuses on providing training in dressmaking, tailoring, and financial literacy, equipping participants with essential skills to foster self-reliance and financial independence.

With a background in journalism and program coordination, Byaombe has contributed to initiatives with the Kakuma Kalobeyei Refugee Initiative Network (KKRIN) and the YALI Regional Leadership Centre EA program. His commitment to social justice and advancing opportunities for women has led him to successfully train over 75 women in financial literacy and 15 young women in tailoring, helping to build their confidence and economic resilience. His leadership in PRODEVIOW is marked by a strong drive to create meaningful change and provide vulnerable groups with tools for sustainable empowerment.

Byaombe holds a diploma in education sciences and an Amala Global Secondary Education Diploma, enhancing his skills in project management and collaboration with humanitarian partners. Always eager to learn and grow, he seeks to connect with mentors who share his commitment to refugee empowerment and sustainable social change, believing that continuous learning and networking are essential to driving long-term impact within his community.