Evelyne Batamuliza is an Executive Board Member of the Adaptation Benefits Mechanism (ABM) initiative, established by the African Development Bank (AfDB) in 2019. Formerly a UNDP Advisor in Asia Pacific, she integrated gender equality and social inclusion into climate change initiatives. With over 20 years in post-conflict reconstruction and sustainable development, Evelyne Batamuliza served globally with UN agencies, African Union, and AfDB. A recipient of public awards, including Royal Roads University Founders’ Award, she lectures on Human Security at institutions like Rwanda Peace Academy and IPSTC Kenya. She has an MA in Human Security and Peacebuilding from Royal Roads University, Canada.