Education Background
| Level | Qualification Name | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post -Doctoral Degree | Post-Doctoral Fellowship | Christ University-India | 2020 |
| Doctor of philosophy (PhD) | Doctor of philosophy (PhD) in Law | University of Mysore-India | 2017 |
| Masters | Master of Laws (LLM) | Bangalore University-India | 2009 |
| Bachelors | Bachelor of Laws (LLB) | Bangalore University-India | 2006 |
Academic Appointments/ Related Experience
| Period | Institution | Position |
|---|---|---|
| May 2024 – To date | Tharaka University | Lecturer |
| September 2021 – April 2024 | Tharaka University | Part Time Lecturer |
| January 2018 – May 2021 | Christ University-India | Adjunct Lecturer |
| March 2013 – December 2017 | Mysore University-India | Assistant Lecturer |
Curriculum Reviews/Workshops
| Curriculum Developer: Developed Diploma courses in law at Daystar University |
| Reviewer. Reviewed Bachelor of Art in Criminology and Security Studies for Tharaka University |
| Curriculum Developer: Developing Law Program for the Faculty of Law for Tharaka University. |
| 1st Pedagogy Training Participated in three-day Pedagogy training organized by Tharaka University |
| Engaged in a residential workshop organized by Public Service Commission for marking of administrative officers’ examination in May, 2024 |
Referred Journals/Publications
| Article | View Online | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Mwirigi, Kenneth Seth Omonya. Revolutionizing pre-probation assessments in Kenya: a mixed-method analysis of juvenile evaluation practices and recidivism reduction. African Journal on the emerging issues, ISSN: 2663-9335 | View Online | 2024 |
| Dr. Charles Mwirigi, Mr. Japhet Lumadede. In the Criminogenic Family Fold: Investigating the Predictive Power of Family Management Practices in Understanding Youth Crime in Nairobi and Mombasa Counties, Kenya, ISSN: 2454-6186 | View Online | 2024 |
| Dr. Charles Mwirigi, Benjamin Mugambi. Influence of prison care on drug abuse among prison inmates: A case of Kangeta prison, Meru County, Kenya. World Journal of Public Health, ISSN Print:2637-640; Peer reviewed Journal | View Online | 2023 |
| Mwirigi, K. Charles., Aditi Nithi. Climate Change Impacts on Women’s Health in Kenya: Issues and Challenges (Vol.7, Issue 11). Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research, ISSN UGC Approved. | View Online | 2020 |
| Mwirigi, K. Charles. Critical evaluation of armed forces (special power) act, 1958: Sovereignty first, (Vol.4 No.2) Research review journals. | View Online | 2019 |
| Mwirigi, K. Charles. Participation of Voluntary Groups in the United Nations System: A Critical Evaluation- International Journal of Engineering Development and Research (ISSN: 23219939) | View Online | 2020 |
| Mwirigi, K. Charles. A conceptual framework of right to healthy and pollution free environment vis-àvis environmental human rights, (Volume 6) International Journal of research and analytical reviews. | View Online | 2019 |
| Mwirigi, K. Charles. The current status of instant triple talaq in India: Issues and challenges, (Volume 6 No.1) International Journal of research and analytical reviews. | View Online | 2019 |
| Mwirigi, K. Charles. A critical study of legal rights of people with disabilities: India scenario (Volume 6). International Journal of research and analytical reviews. | View Online | 2019 |
| Mwirigi, K. Charles. Climate 0Change Regime in Kenya Under international Law. (Volume 6 No.1). Bangalore University Law Journal, Refereed Journal. | View Online | 2017 |
| Mwirigi, K. Charles, (2018, January). A Critical Analysis of Socio-Legal Dimensions of Climate Change: International Perspectives. (Vol. 8) Bangalore University Law Journal, UGC Approved, Referred Journal. | View Online | 2018 |
| Mwirigi k. Charles. Kyoto Protocol Mechanisms to Mitigate Climate Change: Issues in Implementation (14th issue). The Karnataka Law Journal. | View Online | 2016 |
| Mwirigi K. Charles. Law on Climate Regime in Kenya: An Overview, (15th issue). The Karnataka Law Journal. | View Online | 2016 |
Conference Presentations/Proceedings
| Conference | Presentation |
|---|---|
| University Law College and P.G Department of Studies and Research in Law, Bangalore University, Bangalore and Karnataka Institute for Law and Parliamentary Reform, Bangalore | Strengthening Democratization of Law-Making Process |
| International Conference on the above topic organized by Department of Economics, Central University of Kerala, Kerala-India | Economic Reforms, Growth and Sustainable Development: Changing Role of Institutions |
| National Seminar organized by Centre for Environmental Law Education, Research & Advocacy, National Law School of India University, Bangalore | Energy Law & Policy in India |
| UGC Sponsored International Conference on the above topic organized by CMS College, Kottayam, Kerala | Climate Change and the Developing World |
| National Seminar on the above topic which was jointly organized by Environmental Law Clinic, National Law School of India University, Bangalore and Arunodaya Institute of Legal Studies, Bangalore Karnataka | Religion, Environment and Human Rights Participated |
| International conference on the above topic organized by Bangalore University – Bangalore | Geospatial technologies for urban, forensic climate change – pathway to sustainable development |
| International conference on the above topic organized by Bangalore University – Bangalore | Climate change and sustainable water resource management – Innovative Geospatial solutions |
| National Seminar by CEERA, National Law School of India University, Bangalore and Green Skill Academy, Centre for Sustainable Development, Supported by Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India | Energy Law and Policy in India and its impact on Environment |
| Participated in the one-day legal workshop on the above topic organized by Environment Law Clinic held at the international training Centre of National Law School of India University, Bangalore | Environmental Law Education, Awareness and Sensitization |
| International Multi-Disciplinary Conference International Multi-Disciplinary Conference on ‘Fostering Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)- New Dimensions and Dynamics,’ organized by Kristu Jayanti College of Law, Bangalore, in association with United Nations Academic Impact Hub for SDG-1 | Chaired a technical session |
| National seminar on “Sensitizing Human Rights: A Third World Countries Approach” organized jointly by University of Mysore and National Human Rights Commission, New Delhi on 09/05 2020 | Climate Change and Human Rights: International Perspectives |
| National Seminar on Legal Scenario on Emerging Vistas of Crimes against Women in India, organized by University Law College and P.G Department of Studies and Research in Law, Bangalore University, Bangalore | Violence Against women: An Overview |
| Fifth International Conference on “Geospatial Technologies for Urban, Forest and Climate Change – Pathway to Sustainable development” organized by Bangalore University, department of Geography under the Banner of Union of Geographic Information Technologists (UGIT), Bangalore | Clean Development Mechanism in Mitigating Climate Change: Kenyan Perspective |
| International HR Conference organized by department of Human Resource Management, University of Sri Jayewardennepura, Sri Lanka | Law on the right to health of laborer’s/ workers in India: Issues and Challenges |
| International Symposium on Law of Climate Change, organized by School of Legal Studies, Kannur University, Kerala | Law on Climate Change: Indian Perspective |
| Sixth International conference on Climate Change and Sustainable Water resource Management- Innovative Geospatial solutions organized by Bangalore University, Department of Geography | The Role of NGOs in Climate Change Mitigation in India: Issues and Challenges |
| International Conference organized by Bangalore University, Bangalore-India | The Legal Regime Governing Climate Change in Kenya: An International perspective |
| National Symposium on the Emergence of the philosophy of International Law: A Bird Eye View on Jurisprudence”, organized by Department of Studies in Law, University of Mysore-Mysore. | The Critical Role of NGOs in Formulation and Implementation of Laws Relating to Climate Change Mitigation |
| An International seminar on Forensic Science organized by the School of Legal Studies, Kannur University, Palayad Campus, Kerala | Forensic Science and Miscarriage of Justice in India |
| Presented a research paper on the above topic at one day National Seminar on Climate Change challenges in India: Roe of Law, Policy and Management, organized by the National School of India University-Bangalore | “Paris Agreement and Beyond” |
| 43rd international Indian Social Science Congress organized by Indian Social Science Academy and Bengaluru Central University- Bengaluru | The Employment Impact of Climate Change Adaptation in Kenya: A Critical Evaluation |
Honors/Funding/Grants/Awards
| Received award for outstanding academic performance by the Federation of International Students Association, Bangalore |
| Received award for best paper presentation in three-day International conference on the “The Role of NGOs in Climate Change Mitigation in India: Issues and Challenges” organized by Bangalore University |
| Received a certificate of Honor as a keynote speaker at Cynosure 2019 – International conference on “Creativity, Innovation & Technical as a strategy for global business: An interdisciplinary approach”, by St Francis De Sales College, Bangalore. |
| Received a Certificate for the best Paper Presentation in three day International conference on “The Employment Impact of Climate Change Adaptation in Kenya: A Critical Evaluation” organized Jointly by Jain University and Ecumenical Christian Center |
Professional Membership
| 07/2024– to date – Member of Law Society of Kenya- Kenya |