Nicole Ciza

Officer, Award and Leaders’ Network

Nicole Ciza is a Program Officer that contributes to the design, coordination, and delivery of program‑focused activities in education and leadership.  

With a strong background in project coordination, project management, and stakeholder engagement, Nicole is driven by a belief in education as a powerful tool for fostering belonging, resilience, and meaningful social change, and she is passionate about collaborating with partners who are committed to advancing inclusive futures. She has professional experience in supporting international and national initiatives and her work is informed by a deep commitment to addressing systemic inequalities in public spaces and amplifying perspectives that are often underrepresented in policy and practice. Nicole Ciza holds a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Political Science with a specialization in African Studies from Carleton University.