Maria Rosa Celeste Segunda Dias

Maria Rosa Celeste Segunda Dias has six years of experience in the penitentiary field, specifically focusing on re-education and social reintegration. Currently, Maria Rosa is the Provincial Coordinator of the Women?s Penitentiary program, where she focuses on initiating and implementing professional and technical courses for young female ex-detainees and adolescents. She holds a degree in Computer Science from the UJES in Angola where she used technologies to promote women’s empowerment. Maria Rosa Celeste Segunda Diasis driven by her commitment to women empowerment and she hopes to open a company that is dedicated to supporting young women in Angola. Upon completion of the Mandela Washington Fellowship, Maria Rosa plans to continue her work in human rights with a focus on women’s empowerment and equal opportunities.