Charden Pouo is an Oxford graduate scholar who is currently reading for an MSc in African studies at Worcester College, Oxford. He previously studied public law, international relations, and political science. He is the founding president of 'Association Couleurs Congolaise,' a non-governmental organisation that promotes youth leadership in education, human rights, women's empowerment, and community service in Congo Brazzaville. His research focuses on the "politics" of democracy in Africa (particularly in Central Africa).