Ottilia Mashingaidze is the Executive Director of TSURO Trust, a Zimbabwean organization dedicated to promoting agroecology, food sovereignty, and community resilience in the Chimanimani District and surrounding areas. Under her leadership, TSURO Trust has implemented community-led initiatives focused on sustainable land use, biodiversity conservation, and local food systems, aligning with the organization’s mission to foster empowered, peaceful, and united communities with well-sustained resources and food security.

With a strong commitment to participatory development, Ottilia has been instrumental in integrating indigenous knowledge systems and agroecological practices into TSURO Trust’s programs. Her work emphasizes the importance of community engagement and empowerment in achieving sustainable development goals. Ottilia’s experience and dedication to agroecology and community development make her a valuable candidate for the SKI Board of Directors, where she aims to contribute her expertise to further the organization’s mission.