Achaleke Christian Leke
Achaleke Christian Leke (born 12 April 1990), is Cameroonian activist.
Achaleke Christian Leke | |
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| Born | 12 April 1990 Kumba, Cameroon |
| Nationality | Cameroonian |
| Alma mater | University of Buea University of Yaoundé I University of Birmingham |
| Organization | Local Youth Corner Cameroon |
| Known for | Civil society activist |
| Board member of | The IIJ |
Christian was born in Fiango Kumba, a town renowned for youth involvement in violence such as jungle justice, kidnapping, and other socio-cultural issues. In 2007, at the age of 17, Christian started advocating against violences and crimes within his community. Since then, his activities in various vulnerable areas have led to partnerships with United Nations, World Bank and African Commonwealth, and have earned him a long list of recognitions, including featuring on the UN list of 10 leaders who can inspire you to change the world in 2020.
Christian has been serving as executive director at Local Youth Corner Cameroon, a Cameroonian NGO. In addition, he is the African Union Youth Ambassador for Peace representing Central Africa since 2022. From 2019, he is a board member at the International Institute for Justice and the Rule of Law (IIJ), and a member of youth advisory committee for Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security since 2020.