Dr. Patrick Maluki holds a PhD in Peace and Conflict Studies, a Master's degree in International Studies, a PGD in Mass Communication and a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. He is an experienced trainer and researcher in Diplomacy and International conflict Management, International Negotiation, Mediation, human rights and governance and peace building issues. Dr. Maluki is also the current chair of the Department of Diplomacy at the University of Nairobi. He is the chairman of the Diplomacy Scholars Association of Kenya and editor of the Africa Journal of International Studies. Dr. Maluki is also the Associate Editor of the IDIS Journal of Diplomacy and International Studies, as well as being the chair of the council at the Foreign Service Academy