Safia Verjee

Executive Director, International Centre of Humanitarian Affairs/Kenya Red Cross

Ms. Safia Verjee is a seasoned humanitarian professional with a decade of experience dedicated to working closely with communities and like-minded partners to strengthen resilience through programming and innovation. As the Executive Director of the International Center of Humanitarian Affairs (ICHA) – a humanitarian think tank, hosted by the Kenya Red Cross Society - Safia plays a pivotal role in shaping the organization's strategic direction, spearheading transformative initiatives, and advocating for impactful change in humanitarian interventions. 

Safia holds a Master's degree in Public Health from Cardiff University, Wales and a certificate in Leadership from Lancaster University.