Maame Yaa Gyesi-Addo Esq BA, LLB, MSc, PCL

Maame Yaa Gyesi-Addo Esq is a dynamic and accomplished solicitor, barrister, program analyst, and technical advisor with extensive experience in legal practice, program development, and human rights advocacy. Renowned for her versatility and resilience, she brings a wealth of expertise to her multifaceted roles, leveraging her legal acumen and analytical capabilities to deliver impactful solutions. Her work encompasses the development, deployment, and evaluation of educational and training initiatives designed to enhance literacy and knowledge acquisition, with a strong emphasis on improving quality and efficiency.

A skilled problem solver and mentor, Maame Yaa excels in designing and implementing training materials and tools that integrate adaptive technologies and standardized learning management systems. Her contributions drive continuous learning practices and improve performance across organizations and communities. She has a proven track record of facilitating over 70 training sessions, reaching more than 3,000 participants and demonstrating measurable increases in program effectiveness. Among her signature achievements is the facilitation of an e-learning platform for the Ghana Police Service, engaging over 100 key stakeholders to foster collaboration and support for national initiatives.

Maame Yaa’s dedication to human rights advocacy is evident through her work with Child’s Rights International, where she educated over 1,000 children on their rights and collaborated with stakeholders, including Members of Parliament, police, and educators, to develop monitoring tools for children’s rights advocacy. As Senior Technical Advisor for Human Rights, Legal, and Ethics at WAPCAS under the Global Fund Project, she has authored training materials, designed and executed training programs, and led the development of human rights and ethics initiatives. Her role involves managing major contracts, preparing donor reports, and ensuring programs remain aligned with cutting-edge research and global standards.

In her legal practice, Maame Yaa is a formidable advocate, representing clients in high-stakes cases and providing strategic legal advice. At Kensom Attorneys @ Law, she has drafted and filed over 100 court processes, achieving favorable outcomes through meticulous research and innovative problem-solving. Her legal expertise extends to interpreting and advising on laws and regulations for individuals and businesses, fostering compliance and informed decision-making.

As Co-Founder of the NGO Child to School, she spearheaded initiatives to break down financial barriers to education, boosting school enrollment and volunteer engagement. Her strategic leadership optimized operations and reduced overhead costs, enhancing the organization’s impact on underprivileged children.

Maame Yaa's education shows her comprehensive expertise, with a Post-Call Professional Law Degree from the Ghana School of Law, an MSc in Law, Business, and Management from the University of Law in the UK, and dual bachelor's degrees in Law and in English and Political Science. Fluent in English, a native speaker of Asante Twi, and possessing intermediate proficiency in French, she combines linguistic versatility with a deep understanding of diverse cultural and legal contexts, making her a highly effective and influential professional in her field.

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