The Titans

Grace Nekesa Waswa

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THE TITANS

Grace Nekesa Waswa

ESG Lead & Associate Advocate

Grace’s expertise spans regulatory compliance, legal submissions, and carbon impact mitigation, underpinned by her deep understanding of international legal frameworks such as SDGs and sustainability standards such as GRI and the UN Global Compact among others.

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Get to know Grace

Grace is a pioneering leader in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives and an accomplished lawyer with extensive experience at the crossroads of regulatory compliance, sustainability, and international law. Throughout her career, she has remained steadfast in her mission to drive transformative change by crafting and implementing high-impact legal strategies that contribute to the advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on a global scale.

Her expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of regulatory affairs, including legal compliance, policy development, and carbon impact mitigation. With a profound understanding of international legal frameworks, she is well-versed in sustainability reporting standards such as the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), the UN Global Compact, and other globally recognized ESG benchmarks. Her ability to navigate complex legal landscapes has enabled organizations to align their operations with evolving sustainability mandates while fostering long-term environmental and social responsibility.

Grace’s deep-rooted passion for environmental justice and social equity has driven her to spearhead global advocacy campaigns, educate diverse stakeholders on best ESG practices, and cultivate strategic partnerships that catalyze sustainable solutions. By leveraging her legal expertise and strategic insight, she has helped businesses and institutions overcome regulatory hurdles and unlock opportunities that create lasting social and environmental impact.

Her unwavering commitment to sustainability, coupled with her legal acumen, positions her as a transformative force in ESG leadership, empowering organizations to not only comply with regulations but also contribute meaningfully to a more sustainable and equitable world.

Professional Background

  • ESG Lead & Lawyer at MMW Advocates LLP
  • Advocate of the High Court of Kenya (2018)
  • Certificate in SDGs and the Law from Cambridge
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law
  • Bachelor of Laws from the Catholic University of Eastern Africa

What Grace has Achieved

  • Spearheaded global campaigns on SDGs awareness in partnership with UN Youth Association of Kenya, IFRC and the Kenya Red Cross Society.
  • Delivered ESG training to diverse audiences worldwide.
  • IFRC Limitless Youth Innovation Global Winner (2022) for exceptional contributions to innovation, development, and sustainability.
  • Recognized as Top 35 Under 35 by Youth Agenda & Ministry of ICT, Youth Affairs, Kenya (2021) for impactful development work.
  • Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Alumni (2021).