BRIEF BIOGRAPHY OF SR. CHINYERE NWAKAEGO JUDITH, DDL, Esq, MCIarb, ICMC

Sr. Chinyere Nwakaego Judith Dinwoke, born on December 10, 1973, has dedicated her life to religious, education and legal advocacy. 

Her academic journey commenced at St. Andrews Primary School in Port Harcourt, Rivers State before progressing through several secondary institutions in Abia and Enugu States. After making her first religious profession with the Daughters of Divine Love Congregation in 1997, Sr. Chinyere pursued a career in law, earning her degree from Enugu State University of Science and Technology in 2004 and completing her studies at the Kano Law School in 2005. She was subsequently called to the Nigerian Bar in 2006 and took on the role of legal officer at the Enugu State Ministry of Justice in 2009. 

At present, Sr. Chinyere holds the esteemed position of head of the Department of Science, Technical, and Vocational Schools Management Board (STVSMB) in Enugu State. 

She has furthered her academic pursuits by obtaining a master’s degree in Gender Equality Law from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, and is currently a committed PhD student at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus. 

Throughout her career, Sr. Chinyere has exemplified leadership and service in various capacities. She is actively involved in several professional and religious organizations, including the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), the Law Officers Association of Nigeria (LOAN), and the Association of Old Aku Prish Ecclesiastics (ASOPEC). As a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitration (MCIArb) and the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC), she continues to enhance her professional knowledge and skills. 

Moreover, Sr. Chinyere serves on the Board of Trustees for the Faith-Based Central Medical Foundation and the Genehen Global Care Foundation, where she provides invaluable legal and spiritual guidance. She also lends her expertise as the legal adviser for the Youth Development and Skill Support Foundation (YDASS). 

Passionate about human rights, she actively advocates for gender equality and child rights, embodying a commitment to social justice and community empowerment.