OUR MISSION EXPLAINED IN 5 STEPS
Our goal is to help find solution based action in the fight against crime.
Through our experienced forensic DNA experts and key opinion leaders, we offer the data and policy information needed to make DNA database strategy decisions in the following ways:
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Vanessa Lynch, Regional Director of DNAforAfrica as she talks about the mission behind DNAforAfrica and her thoughts on how Africa can benefit from using DNA and DNA Databases to solve crime and assist victims of crime and GBV.
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Vanessa Lynch, Regional Director of DNAforAfrica as she talks about the mission behind DNAforAfrica and her thoughts on how Africa can benefit from using DNA and DNA Databases to solve crime and assist victims of crime and GBV.
PODCAST SERIES
Vanessa Lynch, Regional Director of DNAforAfrica as she talks about the mission behind DNAforAfrica and her thoughts on how Africa can benefit from using DNA and DNA Databases to solve crime and assist victims of crime and GBV.
ABOUT US
DNAforAFRICA
Welcome to DNAforAfrica!
We’re a unique forensic networking and information platform committed to advancing the use of DNA profiling and policy development across Africa — in support of justice, public safety, and humanitarian efforts.
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Our organisation is dedicated to promoting the use of DNA technology to solve crimes, support justice, and advance humanitarian efforts across the continent. Through our platform, we connect experts, advocates, and policymakers to share knowledge, collaborate on initiatives, and drive meaningful change.
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At DNAforAfrica, we believe that DNA profiling can be a powerful tool for promoting justice and human rights in Africa. We're passionate about spreading awareness of the potential of this technology and advocating for the adoption of DNA policies that can make a real difference in communities across the continent.
Dr Vanessa Lynch
FORENSIC DNA EXPERT
As the Regional Director of DNAforAfrica and a Government Affairs Consultant based in South Africa, Vanessa brings extensive experience in leading national policy initiatives and working with governments to advance progressive DNA legislation and policy reform.
Vanessa founded The DNA Project in 2005, and in 2021 launched @DNAforAfrica, a platform dedicated to advocacy, outreach, and forensic expertise to support the development of DNA databases and casework programmes across Africa.
She is widely regarded as a key opinion leader in forensic DNA policy and has been recognised for her leadership in driving the adoption of legislation to administer South Africa’s National Forensic DNA Database — the first of its kind on the African continent. As Deputy Chair of the National Forensic Oversight and Ethics Board (South Africa), Vanessa oversaw the implementation of the DNA Act during its first five years. She currently serves on the DNA Forensic Policy Board for Africa and the Forensic Databasing Advisory Board (FDAB) for the International Society of Forensic Genetics (ISFG).
Vanessa holds a Law degree (LLB) from the University of Cape Town and a Doctorate of Laws (LLD) from the University of Stellenbosch.
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