- Loss and Damage Research Observatory
- Loss and Damage Research Observatory
Regional Lead- Africa (Global Compact for Migration)
Migration Youth and Children Platform
Kenya School of Law
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Overview
Nelson Chege is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a strong background in policy development, climate justice, and sustainable development. He has contributed to migration policy development for IGAD and the Migration Youth & Children Platform (MYCP), providing technical and legal support at the UNFCCC for the RINGO constituency. As a 2024 Mentor at the UN-SDSN Local Pathways Fellowship, Nelson has guided emerging leaders in sustainable urban development. He is skilled in research methodology, data validation, and evidence-based policy formulation, with a focus on engaging frontline communities in climate resilience strategies through storytelling and inclusive frameworks.
"Effective policy development in climate resilience and migration must prioritize inclusivity and evidence, especially in addressing Loss and Damage. My experience has shown that combining rigorous research with the lived experiences of frontline communities can create transformative solutions, ensuring those most impacted by climate adversities actively shape their own future. "
Saleemul Huq Memorial Scholarship: Project Update
2024-10-24
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Law | Law
2017-04-03 - 2019-04-03
Post Graduate Diploma in Law
Law | LL.B
2013-09-05 - 2017-11-05
Bachelors degree in Law
Law Society of Law | Law
Admission to the Bar
Kena | Regional Lead- Africa (Global Compact for Migration)
2024-08-02 - 2024-08-01
-Develop partnerships with key organizations for capacity-building and consultations on migration themes. -Assess regional migration challenges and create educational materials. - Facilitate capacity-building sessions followed by interactive consultations on key themes. - Draft policy briefs advocating for youth-centered migration policies. -Mobilize youth participation through NGOs and grassroots organizations.
Global |
2024-01-15 - 2024-01-16
Guiding and supporting fellows throughout the development of their sustainability-focused projects, providing valuable industry insights and sharing my own experiences.
Seattle, USA | Legal and Policy Manager
2020-05-04 - 2024-06-04
Represented Seatrust Institute and the Research and Independent NGOs (RINGO) constituency at UNFCCC level during Bonn Climate Change Sessions (SB 58-60), COP 28 on Local anticipatory action (2023), and COP 27 on Localized Financing for Climate Change Provided Technical and legal support to the RINGO constituency and national governments in their UNFCCC role of operationalizing the Paris Agreement. Partnered with Rotary’s Rivers to the Sea Initiative (R2S) to design and develop a River and Ecological Observational Monitoring Program and ensure legal and regulatory compliance before implementation. Negotiated strategic partnerships with national and local governments to implement The Action Within a Resilient Environment (AWARE) education program in primary, secondary and tertiary institutions in Sub Saharan Africa and beyond.
Kenya | Research Consultant
2023-02-03 - 2024-07-15
Researched on, drafted and developed the IGAD Policy Framework on Refugee Protection (2023) for the 7 IGAD states as part of the contracted legal team. Collaborated with representative of the 7 national governments to ensure the policy framework aligned with individual laws and internal initiatives, overseeing its approval and adoption. Offered legal expertise and guidance throughout the project, with a focus on anticipatory action and climate-forced migration.
Kenya | Deputy Director
2022-09-13 - Present
Forged strategic partnerships with GCA and CDKN to research, co-develop and showcase locally-led adaptation stories in a prominent COP28 climate change publication (launched December 2023). Part of the Implementing team for the Gobeshona Global Conference 4 and key note-speaker on locally-led Adaptation and Resilience (2024). Successfully implemented community sensitization programs, raising awareness of tree planting and environmental conservation through an intergenerational lens. Mobilized international funding for tree planting and bee-keeping projects, and developed income generation programs, increasing participation
Kenya | Legal Consultant
2022-06-04 - Present
Ongoing research on Operationalising a Just Transition in Africa with the University of Pretoria & the International Development Research Centre (IDRC). Designed the Strategic Direction (2023-2028) with the aim to foster a resilient future where women occupy central roles in pursuing climate action. Designed and launched the COP-28 Mashinani Initiative in conjunction with the Kajiado County Government with the aim to amplify grassroots women`s voices for climate action in Kenya.
Global | Representative to The Executive Committee of the Warsaw International Mechanism for Loss and Damage (WIM)
2020-02-05 - Present
Represented RINGO at the UNFCCC`s Executive Committee of the Warsaw International Mechanism`s review of COP resolutions. Provided technical stakeholder support in mobilizing finance, technology, and capacity-building for addressing Loss and Damage. Co-drafted RINGO`s reports on the progress of Wim ExCom`s five-year rolling work plan (ExCom 15, 16, 17, and 18)
