Rotary is filled with inspiring women. On International Women’s Day, 8 March, we’re celebrating all of the women who are making a difference in our world. One of them is Sylvia Moraa Mochabo, CEO of Tech Hub, a mother of three, and an assistant Rotary public image coordinator.
As a teenager, Sylvia was introduced to Rotary through her mother, who worked as an HIV counselor on a Rotary project. When Sylvia began her career in design and printing, she was hired by a Rotarian who invited her to join a fellowship. A year later, Sylvia joined the Rotary Club of Muthaiga, Kenya. Within a month, she became a member of District 9212’s public relations committee and later served as public relations director and club administrator.
Sylvia has also been chair of branding, both for the zone institute in 2015 and for the district conference and assembly for the past five years. She’s spoken to clubs and trained members on personal and corporate branding, which led to her current role as assistant RPIC for 2019-20.
As a parent of a special needs child, Sylvia is an advocate for those with special needs. After she first became involved in the Rotary Sunshine Rally, an annual event that brings together thousands of special needs children for a fun day in the sun, she went on to serve on its organizing committee for four years. That experience led her to found the Andy Speaks 4 Special Needs Persons Africa, which works for the inclusion of people with neurodevelopmental disabilities.
“Leadership is a journey. One we learn to give of ourselves, to be aware that our actions and words are powerful and can change a life positively or negatively. Be ready to unlearn that which is toxic, learn from everyone and every situation. Lead knowing you are an example, an inspiration — hence, give it your best.” — Sylvia Moraa Mochabo