WFWPI Welcomes New Board Members Representing Youth

The Women’s Federation for World Peace recently welcomed two new members of the Board representing youth – a medical doctor and a youth training expert. This brings to seven the composition of the WFWPI Board.

Dr. Giyeon Mutewa is a medical doctor and surgeon in Zambia. She served at World Bank’s emergency effort to aid the provision of medical care and services necessitated by the rapid spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, and consequently high infection cases in Zambia. She currently works at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH).

Despite her busy schedule, Dr. Mutewa always volunteers her services as a young WFWP Africa professional and leader. She shares her expertise on health matters and promotes the wellbeing for women and their families. Her values are well grounded and portrayed in her work, vision, and her leadership skills.

Ms. Yu Nakayama is currently the Youth Coordinator for WFWP Japan who oversees the International Youth Volunteer Program and the National Youth Study Sessions. She heads public relations activities, including website management, article writing, social media operations, and public speaking and lectures.

Her five-year stint at WFWP Japan brought a rare blend of strategic insight and heartfelt dedication to youth empowerment. She leads with humility and clarity, ensuring that young voices are not only heard but empowered to shape the future. Ms. Nakayama holds a degree in Bachelor of Arts from Meiji Gakuin University.

WFWPI President Moriko Hori expressed delight with the inception of Dr. Mutewa and Ms. Nakayama, saying that with the younger generation, WFWPI could effectively respond to the issues of youth at the grassroots level.

Dr. Giyeon Mutewa

Ms. Yu Nakayama