Drawing on her extensive expertise in gender-based violence and advocacy for marginalised women, Catherine Njenga is a passionate and visionary leader dedicated to empowering women, with a particular focus on Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) women affected by domestic abuse and mental health challenges. As the CEO and Founder of Amani Women’s Empowerment and Support Organisation (AWESO), she is committed to empowering vulnerable women and promoting equality within underserved communities. Catherine brings a unique blend of professional expertise and a lived understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable populations, having worked with survivors of domestic abuse for over a decade. Her background in advocacy, social care, safeguarding and counselling allows her to navigate the complexities of issues facing at-risk populations. As a qualified counsellor, she holds an MA in Counselling (Integrative Counselling) and a B.Sc. in Psychology. Combining academic knowledge, with years of direct experience working with vulnerable women, has enabled Catherine to develop trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approaches that provide effective support to survivors and those at risk of domestic abuse.