Dr. Geraldina Edward is a renowned expert in Early Childhood Care, Development and Learning, specialising in early learning assessment, monitoring, and evaluation of foundational skills. With over 15 years of experience in the field. Dr. Geraldina had authored several peer-reviewed articles on how the social contexts is connected to developmental and learning outcomes of children in marginalized communities. Her research has been widely cited in policy debates and education reforms aimed at improving early childhood development ecosystems. She currently serves as a lecturer at University of Dar es Salaam, where she actively collaborates with international experts to address challenging issues in education. Dr. Geraldina is also a frequent speaker in international conferences and dedicated life coach and mentor.