

Dermmillah Obare is a scholar-practitioner with over a decade of experience advancing environmental governance in Africa. Her work focuses on the design and performance of government environmental institutions, advocating for inclusive models that integrate the livelihood needs of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities. She bridges research, policy, and practice through roles in consulting, capacity-building, and regulatory design. A sought-after voice in global forums, she regularly leads sessions at international conferences on biodiversity conservation and climate change adaptation.
Country/Region of interest/research focus: Africa
