Linda Tatenda Mtare is social worker and researcher based in Harare, Zimbabwe. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work Honors Degree from the University of Zimbabwe. Linda is passionate and experienced in research within the humanitarian and developmental sector with a focus on philanthropy, human rights, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) ,youth advocacy and policy.

Linda has worked for Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) Zimbabwe as a volunteer research assistant and youth advocate where she was involved in supporting SRHR research initiatives. Her research, lobbying and advocacy work with VSO Zimbabwe resulted her in being awarded a volunteer of the year award.