An expert in democracy on a global scale, Dr. Melvis N. Ndilosheh works in the U.S. as an independent consultant on human rights, democracy, and peace, providing counsel to such international organizations as the African Union, European Union, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa and the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance.
Dr. Ndilosheh, who holds a PhD in politics and human rights, is also CEO of the Foundation for Peace and Solidarity, a Cameroon-based nonprofit with outreach operations across Africa, which works to reconcile conflict-ridden communities through human rights and peace education. The organization also runs a pioneering flagship international training program on democracy, hosts forums and education tours, and conducts grassroots programs through Peace and Human Rights Clubs in schools, colleges, and youth camps.
In addition, Dr. Ndiloseh is a Senior Lecturer at the International Relations Institute of Cameroon where many diplomats from African countries are trained. She also serves as a visiting professor at African universities, lecturing on the African human rights system, peace, and security issues and lighting the path for change by mentoring and coaching hundreds of graduate students and aspiring diplomats.