Clariss Rufaro Masiya is dedicated Gender Responsive Development expert based in Zimbabwe who has a 7 years’ experience in the implementation of Resilient Livelihood Projects. Through her work she has worked with youth and women in strengthening their local economies. In addition to development work, Clariss is an accomplished writer and feminist researcher whose work is a blend of academic inquiry and storytelling. From formal creative storytelling to research articles, she explores the world through writing, bridging the gap between data and the human experience. She holds a BSc in Peace and Governance and an MSc in Disaster Management.