Ashish Pradhan Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

New York, Ny

New York, Ny

New York, Ny

New York, Ny

Medford, Ma

• Conducting research on state legitimacy for a project spearheaded by The Fletcher School's Feinstein International Center and funded by The Carnegie Corporation of New York's "Rigor and Relevance Initiative" which aims to bridge the gap between academia and policymaking

Medford, Ma

• Drafted a case-study analyzing the role of participation in negotiations related to Nepal's 2006 Comprehensive Peace Agreement and the post-conflict transition using models developed by Dr. Thania Paffenholz at the institute's Center on Conflict, Development, and Peacebuilding• Conducted research on the functioning and impact of Dr. Paffenholz's participation models on the quality and sustainability of the 2006 CPA and the Nepalese peace process while identifying opportunities, challenges, and relevant patterns• Contributed to a wider examination of broadening participation to include stakeholders beyond the main conflict parties in negotiations and the subsequent strengthening of the effectiveness of mediation and the sustainability of peace agreements• Presented case-study as part of a panel titled “Broader Participation in Peace Negotiations: Who, When, and How?” at The International Studies Association’s 56th Annual Convention in February 2015

Medford, Ma

• Prepared and presented four lectures on core concepts including Game Theory, Bayes Theorem, and Cost-Benefit Analysis for Prof. Carolyn Gideon's graduate-level "Analytic Frameworks for International Public Policy Decisions" course• Designed questions for and graded problem sets and exams to assess student mastery of course concepts• Provided weekly instruction and guidance for over 50 graduate students during office hours and through mentoring and tutoring

Monrovia, Liberia

• Conducted research into and assessed the feasibility of SFCG’s security sector reform project aimed at improving accountability within the Liberia National Police• Liaised with the leadership of the Liberia National Police and local NGOs involved with security sector reform to solicit input into the police accountability project• Drafted proposal for UNDP-funded project raising awareness about the government’s justice and security hubs

Kathmandu, Nepal

• Conducted extensive field based research into Nepal’s post-conflict constitution writing and peace processes and contributed to the development of applicable policy proposals and advocacy strategies • Drafted detailed sections for publication in Crisis Group reports and briefing papers highlighting research findings • Maintained close contact with major political actors, journalists, civil society members and academics to gather information and seek input • Led teams of analysts and researchers on field visits to collect information and opinions from political stakeholders in 30 of Nepal’s 75 districts • Observed latter stages of the process of integrating former Maoist combatants into the Nepal Army • Analyzed key political developments and assessed the political stability in Nepal for internally distributed monthly situation reports and for publication in CrisisWatch – Crisis Group’s bulletin on conflict situations around the world

Kathmandu, Nepal

• Drafted detailed internal briefings on prevailing political and peace process-related conditions in Nepal • Monitored local and international media coverage and daily political developments • Provided interpretation and translation support for the publication of Crisis Group’s reports in Nepali

New York, Ny

• Researched prospective donors, drafted introductory letters and assisted in the preparation of funding proposals • Coordinated fundraising events and helped establish and maintain close relationships with current and prospective funders from the private sector based in North America • Assisted in organizing Crisis Group's inaugural Asia Briefing seminar held in Singapore in May 2010

Washington, Dc

• Handled incoming correspondence including phone calls, email, mail, and fax for Congressman Tom Allen (D) ME• Drafted letters on behalf of Congressman Allen in response to queries from constituents • Conducted tours of the United States Capitol for constituents from the 1st Congressional district of Maine

Ma In Law And Diplomacy, Conflict Resolution, International Security Studies

Activities and Societies: Business Director - The Fletcher Forum of World Affairs

Ba, Government, English

Activities and Societies: Founding Executive Board Member - Student Commission for Unity, Features Editor - The Fire This Time.