Beatrice Waruinge (Kenya) is a humanitarian and human rights proponent committed to Pan-African ideals and refugee welfare. With a background in community development and international relations, she previously supported refugee case management and human rights advocacy at Amnesty International Kenya. As Operations Coordinator of the Under Our Skin International Film Festival on Human Rights, she uses film to foster dialogue on social justice. She currently serves as Program Officer at Selam through Connect for Culture Africa, where she champions sustainable public funding for Africa’s Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs), including by advocating for African governments to follow through on the African Union’s commitment to invest in arts, culture and heritage.