Benita has a solid academic background in global health, sociology, and the political economy of small-scale mining within the Democratic Republic of the Congo. She actively collaborates with local organizations and influential decision-makers across the African continent and is dedicated to shaping policies that foster positive global change, with an initial focus on Sub-Saharan Africa. Through her research endeavors, Benita aims to close the gap between industry practices, environmental concerns, and socioeconomic progress, ultimately enhancing human development indicators in low-income communities.