Board of Directors
Dr Sandrine Liliose CHIKOU
PresidentDr Chikou is a socio-anthropologist and teacher-researcher at the University of Abomey-Calavi in Benin. She has 10 years of experience at the NGO Trois Soeurs Education Fund (TSEF) and is a consultant at the Network of Women Leaders for Development (RFLD). She is a specialist in gender, social representations and the adoption of innovations in rural and urban settings. As a development expert, she works on women's empowerment, social justice, local governance and climate change. She has extensive experience in project management and in strengthening the capacities of community organizations, particularly women's and youth organizations. Founder of SHE4SD, she works to empower women and young people through an approach combining research, fieldwork and advocacy for sustainable and inclusive development.
Jokebed Syntyche TOSSOU
Vice-PresidentMs Tossou holds a bachelor's degree in sociology from the University of Abomey-Calavi and is committed to social, educational and environmental issues. As Vice-President of SHE4SD, she actively contributes to strengthening the governance of women's groups, to promoting the education and rights of women and girls, and to environmental protection initiatives. Her commitment reflects a strong determination to promote social inclusion, women's leadership and sustainable development in Benin.
With experience in organizational management, in supporting young entrepreneurs and in sociological research, notably on household waste management, she puts her skills at the service of concrete, high-impact actions. Her career in associations and in the professional world reflects a young, responsible form of leadership aligned with SHE4SD's mission: strengthening the power of women and young people to act for fairer, more inclusive and more resilient societies.
Clara AFFOUDA
General SecretaryMs Affouda holds a bachelor's degree in sociology, which gives her a versatile profile combining an understanding of social dynamics with communication skills. As Secretary of SHE4SD, she plays a very important role in administrative coordination, information management and organizational support for the organization's activities in favor of the empowerment of women, girls and young people. Her sense of organization, rigor and reliability contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the structure.
With varied professional and associational experience, including within youth organizations, she has also completed several practical trainings (public speaking, computing, agri-food processing, hairdressing, soap and yogurt making), which strengthen her versatility and her spirit of initiative. Dynamic, punctual and responsible, she speaks several national languages and English, an asset for the community-based and inclusive actions carried out by SHE4SD.
Osiris Cornélia BOSSIKPONNON
General TreasurerMs Bossikponnon holds a bachelor's degree in sociology from the University of Abomey-Calavi. Her thesis, devoted to strategies for managing marital conflicts within households in Abomey-Calavi, reflects her interest in social cohesion, family dynamics and community well-being. She has skills in hospitality and catering and in entrepreneurship.
As Treasurer of SHE4SD She for Sustainable Development, she manages the organization's finances with rigor, transparency and a strong sense of responsibility. She also works as a secretary-cashier, which strengthens her expertise in administration and field accounting. Dynamic and committed, she actively contributes to initiatives aimed at the empowerment of women, girls and young people, while nurturing her passions for reading, sport and music.
Executive Management
Donald LINKOU
Head of Programs and ProjectsMr Linkou leads the design, implementation and monitoring of SHE4SD's programs and projects. He ensures that interventions remain aligned with the organization's mission and supports field teams in achieving their objectives.
Rita Ingrid CHIKOU
Monitoring and Evaluation OfficerMs Chikou is in charge of monitoring and evaluation for SHE4SD's projects and programs. She oversees data collection, analysis and reporting, and ensures that the impact of actions carried out with women, girls and young people is measured.
Synthiche Iris KAKPO
Responsable Egalité GenreSyntiche Iris KAKPO est titulaire d’une licence en sociologie-anthropologie du développement de l’Université d’Abomey-Calavi (UAC). Elle a une expérience de la mobilisation communautaire. Elle parle le français, le fon, le goun, le xwla, le mina, le cotafon et le sahouè, ce qui facilite le dialogue avec les communautés rurales. Elle est reconnue pour sa rigueur et son esprit d’équipe. A SHE4SD, elle veille à l’intégration transversale du genre dans les programmes et projets, promeut l’égalité entre les femmes et les hommes et assure la prise en compte des besoins des groupes vulnérables.
Boris SODJO
Communications OfficerMr Sodjo is responsible for SHE4SD's communications. He showcases the organization's activities and results to the public and partners, and ensures SHE4SD's visibility across its various communication channels.
Clémence AGBOGUIN
Resource Mobilization OfficerMs Agboguin is in charge of resource mobilization for SHE4SD. She identifies funding and partnership opportunities and contributes to developing relationships with the organization's donors and partners.
Parfait KASSA
Chargé des politiquesKanditcha Parfait KASSA est enseignant et sociologue. Il est titulaire d’une licence en sociologie-anthropologie de l’Université d’Abomey-Calavi. De 2023 à 2026, il a enseigné au primaire à Abomey-Calavi. Cette expérience lui a appris à transmettre des savoirs à des publics jeunes et à adapter son discours à leur niveau. Il a aussi été agent recenseur lors du RGPH-5 et enquêteur pour le projet ARCH à Matéri. À SHE4SD, il assure la veille sur les politiques publiques liées au genre, à la jeunesse et au climat. Il met ses compétences pédagogiques au service de l’organisation : il traduit ces politiques en contenus accessibles et anime les sessions d’éducation citoyenne destinées aux jeunes. Monsieur Kassa est Socio Anthropologue. A SHE4SD, il contribue à l’analyse des politiques publiques, tout en formulant des recommandations et appuie les actions de plaidoyer auprès des décideurs et des institutions.
Paola Ruth EZROU
Chargée de plaidoyerPaola Ruth EZROU est titulaire d’une licence professionnelle en sociologie-anthropologie de l’Université d’Abomey-Calavi (UAC). Depuis janvier 2026, elle est stagiaire permanente à l’unité de recherche UR-DEERG. En 2026, elle a collecté des données qualitatives pour l’étude nationale sur les violences basées sur le genre facilitées par la technologie (VBG-FT) au Bénin. Elle a mené des recherches sur les normes sexuelles des jeunes femmes. À SHE4SD, elle conçoit les argumentaires de plaidoyer à partir des données de terrain. Elle porte la voix des femmes et des jeunes filles auprès des décideurs.