Elizabeth Obel Lawson is Secretariat as Communication and Knowledge Translation Expert.
She is a result-oriented research and development practitioner, skilled in strategic communication, information research and analysis, journalistic writing and editing, scientific-technical editing, Publications production, advocacy, public relations and outreach. She has a diverse background combines both natural and social sciences, with an academic portfolio comprising Geography, Botany and Communication Studies. Additional professional training includes community development, writing and editing, French and Spanish, and corporate governance. With over 20 years work experience in strategic communications on community development, environmental conservation, science and technology, agricultural research and health, she has worked and consulted for several multicultural institutions – namely NGOs such as KENGO and OXFAM-UK; international and inter-governmental organizations in Africa; the United Nations; African Union; and the European Union.
