EDUCATION

Holds a BA degree with majors in Sociology and English and holds a Masters of Education in Adult Education.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Chose a career in the church and Non –Governmental Organizations movement since 1979 focusing on development work. Worked as an Extension Worker for the Christian Council of Lesotho, moved to Transformation Resource Centre as a Community Worker, Trainer and Peace activist. Got engaged as a Development Worker by the Diocese of Bethlehem in the Free State and came back to Lesotho and became a Director at Community Legal Resource and Advice Centre (CLRAC). This organization gave legal advise to the poor through trained paralegals, gave civic and voter education and education on human rights. Has also worked for the Irish Consulate initially as an advisor in the education sector but later became an advisor on governance issues which included human rights, gender, justice and media. Became an IEC Commissioner in July 2003.

Interest in women’s issues has always been high on the agenda, served briefly as a secretary for the Lesotho National Council of Women. Had an interest in trade union activities and served as the President of the Lesotho Council of NGOs. Has interest in HIV/AIDS issues, to this effect she helped the Roman Catholic Church to develop a strategic Plan for its HIV/AIDS work.