Daniel Martin Ikosiot

Daniel Martin Ikosiot is a human rights advocate and legal scholar specializing in international humanitarian law, transitional justice, and human rights. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Makerere University, an INSSA Security Risk Management Professional certification (SRMPC), a Core Humanitarian Certification, and multiple humanitarian‑focused credentials. His professional experience spans advocacy, research, and communications with DefendDefenders, African Defenders, and ShieldHer Africa, where he translates complex research into actionable policy recommendations for justice institutions and NGOs.

Currently, Daniel consults with the Women’s Democracy Network – Uganda Chapter and serves as Communications Associate at Ekcians Greenlyf Foundation (EGF), while actively engaging in climate change policy discussions. He is deeply committed to women’s empowerment, gender equality, and climate justice. He plans to pursue an LL.M. in International Crimes, Justice and Human Rights to deepen his focus on accountability mechanisms and human rights protections.