Civil Society DRCongo President
As Civil Society DRCongo President, Namwe MBI represents civil society voices from the Democratic Republic of the Congo within the International Civil Societies Diplomacy network. Namwe’s leadership centers on strengthening partnerships, supporting participation in international forums, and encouraging diplomacy grounded in community realities. Through ICCSD programming and related initiatives, Namwe contributes to building bridges across cultures and sectors to advance peaceful, effective, and inclusive global cooperation. Inclusive Governance
NGO Coordinator at United Nations
Zerbi Mapom is an NGO Coordinator at the United Nations, supporting effective collaboration between civil society organizations and multilateral stakeholders. With a focus on civil society diplomacy, Zerbi helps align NGO engagement with global policy priorities, strengthening participation, coordination, and shared outcomes across international initiatives. At International Civil Societies Diplomacy (ICCSD 2026), Zerbi contributes strategic guidance to ensure inclusive dialogue and practical pathways for cooperation among NGOs, institutions, and partners. Human Rights Diplomacy
Program manager
Ian Atoms serves as Program Manager for ICCSD 2026, bringing structure, coordination, and quality assurance to the International Civil Societies Conference on Civil Societies Diplomacy. He is responsible for shaping session formats, coordinating logistics with internal teams, and supporting speaker readiness to deliver engaging and well-run discussions. Ian’s work helps ensure participants benefit from an organized, inclusive program that reflects ICCSD’s commitment to global collaboration and constructive dialogue. Civic Space & Digital Advocacy
C.E.O of Health diplomacy
Baeneya Linkoln is the C.E.O of Health Diplomacy, guiding initiatives that strengthen cooperation between civil society organizations, public institutions, and global partners. With a focus on evidence-informed engagement, Baeneya helps shape conference programming and partnerships that translate health priorities into practical, cross-border action. Their work supports ICCSD 2026 in advancing dialogue, collaboration, and lasting outcomes across the health and diplomacy landscape. Women in Diplomacy & Gender Equality
C.E.O of Youth Leadership Forum
As C.E.O of the Youth Leadership Forum, Baeneya Linkoln works at the intersection of youth empowerment, civil society strategy, and stakeholder partnership. Their work emphasizes building leadership capacity, convening cross-sector conversations, and promoting internationally minded civic participation. A panel speaker at International Civil Societies Diplomacy (ICCSD 2026), Baeneya will contribute insights on strengthening youth representation in diplomacy and shaping collaborative solutions to shared global challenges. Youth Leadership Forum
Strategy Labs Professor
As a Strategy Labs Professor, Corneille MBIZE brings a hands-on, systems-thinking approach to civil societies diplomacy-helping leaders move from dialogue to measurable outcomes. At ICCSD 2026 in Vienna, he contributes expertise in strategic design, stakeholder alignment, and impact planning across international cooperation initiatives. Corneille is recognized for facilitating high-trust, high-clarity sessions that turn diverse perspectives into shared priorities and workable roadmaps.
Program manager at United Nations NGO Unit
Global Governance & SDGs Dialogue UN agencies, government, civil society Link civil society diplomacy to global governance structures and sustainable development goals.
Parnerships Program Manager United Nations Vienna
Multi-Stakeholder Partnership Forum NGOs, private sector, governments, UN Explore collaboration models, partnership frameworks, and joint action opportunities.
