Blessing Banda
Lusaka
Summary
Dynamic professional with expertise in Geopolitical Research, Legislative Drafting, and Public Speaking. Proven ability to influence policy discussions and lead large-scale projects, driving impactful outcomes in youth engagement and democratic frameworks.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Youth Democracy Network Member
Community Of Democracies
Warsaw
10.2025 - Current
- Contribute youth perspectives to inform the development of strategic international policy dialogues and democratic frameworks.
Project & Governance Lead
Berelevant Afrika
Lusaka
11.2020 - Current
- Spearheads the Berelevant Afrika Summit project from inception to scale, expanding participation from 200 in 2020 to over 1,000 individuals in 2025 through inclusive programming, strategic outreach, and sustained community engagement.
Youth Speaker:Diplomatic RoundTable sessions
International Relations Association of Zambia
Lusaka
10.2024 - 10.2025
- Delivered critical geopolitical analysis for a year on youth inclusion in sustainablePeace and diplomacy , influencing strategic discussions among diplomats and policy-makers.
Event Co-Chair | International Youth Summit
Africa Youth Congress
Harare
05.2025 - 05.2025
- Co-led the planning and execution of a high-profile international summit, convening over 1,500 young leaders, policymakers, and experts to debate and formulate policy recommendations on land governance
Legal Intern
Record of Law International
- Drafted and edited legal articles and documents for online publication, strengthening public access to clear, credible legal information.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Law
Cavendish University Zambia
Lusaka , Zambia 07.2021 - 10.2025
Aspires Leadership Program(Online) - Organizational Leadership
Founded At Harvard Business School
05.2022 - 11.2022
Skills
- Legislative Drafting & Policy Analysis
- Multilateral Engagement & Diplomatic Communication
- Strategic Project Management
- Public Speaking & Stakeholder Facilitation
- Geopolitical Research & Analysis
Certification & Recognition
- Featured Young Leader in Governance Publication: Recognised among thirty Women leaders in "Broken Tables: A Different Kind of Patriot" (2025).
- Rising Star of the Year | Haven Properties Youth Awards | 2024
- 100 Women Making a Positive Impact in Africa | International Renaissance Center Kenya | 2023
- Aspires Leaders Institute Certificate (in association with Harvard Business School Online) | 2022
Languages
- English
- Nyanja
Timeline
Youth Democracy Network Member
Community Of Democracies
10.2025 - Current
Event Co-Chair | International Youth Summit
Africa Youth Congress
05.2025 - 05.2025
Youth Speaker:Diplomatic RoundTable sessions
International Relations Association of Zambia
10.2024 - 10.2025
Aspires Leadership Program(Online) - Organizational Leadership
Founded At Harvard Business School
05.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor's Degree - Law
Cavendish University Zambia
07.2021 - 10.2025
Project & Governance Lead
Berelevant Afrika
11.2020 - Current
Legal Intern
Record of Law International