About Us | IPASUD - Inter-Peace Agency for Sustainable Development

Who We Are

Inter-Peace Agency for Sustainable Development (IPASUD) is a community-based organization (CBO) founded in August 2022 and registered with the Department of Social Services and Development on 18th September 2022 (Registration No: CC/TRKC/CBO/HC/7312).

We are based in Kanamkemer Ward, Turkana Central Sub-county, Turkana County, northwestern Kenya. Our work extends across the five North Rift counties of Turkana, West Pokot, Baringo, Samburu, and Marakwet.

IPASUD was formed to address the complex challenges facing pastoral communities, including inter-community conflicts driven by cattle rustling that has evolved from a traditional practice into a commercial enterprise using sophisticated weapons, and the devastating effects of climate change on vulnerable populations.

Our Mandate

Mobilize resources for community development
Sensitize communities on peace and conflict sensitivity
Implement programs for sustainable development
Support the elderly, children, and people living with disabilities
Promote alternative livelihoods and climate resilience

IPASUD team and community members in Turkana

Our Leadership

Management Team

Experienced professionals dedicated to peace and sustainable development

Mathew Esinyen Logurale

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Education:
MA Sustainable International Development - Brandeis University, USA (2006-2008)
BA Community Development/Psychology - Daystar University, Kenya
Ford Foundation Fellow - 2005 (IFP Programme)

Experience:
Program Manager - Saferworld (2024-Date)
Consortium Coordinator - Danish Refugee Council
Chief Officer - Turkana County Government (2013-2018)
Country Support Specialist - USADF (2010-2011)

Ms. Margaret Kaaleng

Chairperson

Education:
BA International Relations (2020-2024)
Diploma Mass Communication - Eldoret Technical Training Institute (2014-2016)
Multiple diplomas in Journalism, Media Law, and Broadcasting

Experience:
Technical Person Media/Documentaries - UNDP (2010)
Technical Person - Population Services International (PSI)
Turkana County Government - Peace Department/Security Hub (2016-2018)
Director - Surayet Media Production

Benjamin Kakuta

Director of Finance

Education:
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) - Daystar University (1999-2003)
CPA III (KASNEB)
Member: Institute of Internal Auditors Kenya (IIA-K)

Experience:
County Coordinator/Monitor - ORPP (2016-2021)
Country Program Coordinator - USADF (2013-2016)
Clean Audit Opinion - USADF Kenya (2014-2015)
KCB Foundation Award - 2009

Lucas Ngasike

Director of Communication

Education:
BA Communication - Saint Paul's University (2014-2018)
Diploma Public Relations - University of Nairobi (2018-2019)
Executive MBA Business Journalism - Strathmore University
Safaricom Foundation Fellow

Experience:
The Standard Group KTN News (2009-Date)
Special Foreign Correspondent - Xinhua News Agency/BBC Africa
Correspondent - Nation Media Group (2003-2008)

James Emuria Echwa

Director Human Resource

Education:
MBA Strategic Management - Mount Kenya University (2011-2013)
BA Business Administration (HRM) - Kenya Methodist University (2004-2008)
The President's Award - Lodwar KMTC

Experience:
Fund Account Manager - NG-CDF Board (2013-Date)
Executive HR Officer - Ministry of Public Works (2009-2013)
Shorthand Instructor - Lodwar Youth Polytechnic (1998-1999)

Longor Asimit Dorris

Director Procurement & Supply Chain

Education:
Bachelor of Commerce (Purchasing & Supplies) - Kibabii University (2016-2019)
Diploma Purchasing & Supplies - Nairobi Aviation College (2007-2009)

Experience:
Senior Supply Chain Management - Turkana County Government (2016-Date)
Logistician/Store Keeper - TUPADO (2010-2012)
Research Assistant - Water Service Trust Fund (2014)

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