Biography
Fatima Shabodien is a distinguished South African social justice leader with nearly 30 years of experience in the international development sector. She holds a BA in Anthropology, an MA in International Peace Studies, and an MPhil in Development Studies. Fatima has worked in various capacities across civil society, government, and donor sectors in South Africa and internationally. Her career includes roles such as Strategy Director at The RAITH Foundation, Country Director at Action Aid South Africa, and Executive Director at The Women on Farms Project. Known for her feminist activism and strategic leadership, Fatima specializes in program design, conflict resolution, and grants management. She currently works as an Independent Development Consultant, offering holistic, feminist-grounded solutions to empower organizations.