Speakers - AWC 2024

Biography

Nokonwaba Mnguni is a criminal justice professional specializing in criminology, with a focus on female criminality, corrections research, transnational organized crime (specifically drug trafficking), and gender-based violence. Her multidisciplinary research explores the intersections of individual behavior and societal influences on crime and justice within the social sciences. Currently pursuing a PhD, Nokonwaba is dedicated to advancing knowledge through valuable insights gained from research and community engagement. Furthermore, her passion for making impactful contributions to the criminal justice sector by informing evidence-based policies and interventions is underlined by her multidisciplinary background.