Assistant Director: Special Programmes Unit@Department of Sport Recreation Arts & Culture
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Monica Dyakumeni, as the Assistant Director of the Special Programmes Unit at the Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts & Culture, has spearheaded initiatives that have significantly increased community engagement in cultural activities by 40% over the past three years. She successfully launched the "Youth Empowerment through Arts" program, which provided over 5,000 young people with access to training and resources, fostering new talent across the nation. Under her leadership, the department secured a record-breaking $10 million in funding for the development of sports facilities in underserved areas. Monica's innovative approach to integrating technology in cultural preservation was recognized with the National Excellence in Leadership Award in 2022.More...