One of Eswatini’s most recognizable activists, Melusi Simelane is a name synonymous with human rights. As the founder of Eswatini Sexual & Gender Minorities (ESGM), Simelane uses his voice to bring awareness to the conditions under which the LGBTI community and all minority groups live in Eswatini.

Sam Lapidos is a Property Manager, Real Estate Consultant and Interior Designer having worked in the architectural, planning and project management industry for over 5 years. Previous professional experience in administration and communication for almost 10 years.

Jamil F. Khan is a critical diversity scholar, columnist and author. He is currently enrolled for a PhD in Critical Diversity Studies at the University of the Witwatersrand.In his training on critical diversity he is equipped with theoretical and practical tools to analyse how power operates in society to marginalise certain bodies for the benefit of others. His work explores all axes of difference including race, gender, sexuality, ability and class. His published work includes a book chapter titled Sexual and gender diversity, ageing and elder care in South Africa: voices and realities, a chapter in the literary collection, They Called Me Queer, and his own socio-political memoir Khamr: The Makings of a Waterslams.

Counselling Psychologist by training. She holds a Master’s Degree in Psychology from Midrand Graduate Institute, South Africa. She currently lectures in the Department of Psychology at Eswatini Medical Christian University. Her academic interests are in the areas of Psychotherapy, Feminist perspectives in psychology and Community Psychology. She also practices part-time, providing psychotherapeutic services and psychological assessments.

Senele is also a co-founder and director at Kushamiri Human Capital and Wellness, 100% woman owned organization that provides psychological, corporate wellness and human capital services. Senele is also involved in mental health advocacy. She has spoken at various mental health initiatives, sat in panels and written articles for the media addressing psychology and mental health related issues, including PSYCHTalk, a Kushamiri mental health initiative.