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Geneva, Switzerland

In my role as an Accountability to Affected People (AAP) Associate at the ICRC, I contribute to integrating people-centric approaches across our programs, ensuring that we are accountable to those we serve. My work helps the ICRC improve the relevance, timeliness, and inclusivity of its humanitarian efforts.Key responsibilities include:Assisting in the planning, monitoring, and execution of projects and budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.Managing online collaboration tools and filing systems to keep projects organized and on track.Supporting the team’s communication efforts, including maintaining our intranet page, organizing webinars, and managing virtual events.Collaborating on capacity-building initiatives by delivering training and providing input on new materials.Coordinating and documenting team and working group meetings to ensure progress and accountability.Engaging in storytelling efforts for internal platforms like Jive, highlighting our work and achievements.

Geneva, Switzerland

Project Assistant for Dr. Shirin Heidari's multi-country research on transactional sex and structural vulnerability in forced migration zones. Responsible for the successful completion of grant deliverables including drafting findings reports, organizing technical meetings and dialogues, coordinating research, policy, and project partners, publishing a website, and managing the budget.

South Hadley, Massachusetts, United States

Created a video collection of interviews to highlight alumnae with marginalized identities in professional fields and/or non-traditional career paths

Remote

Supported this Fulbright office with internal projects and learning initiatives, represented the office at meetings and conferences externally, and developed individual learning goals.

Remote

Conducted thorough literature and law analysis with Dr. Jon Western in investigating the resilience of democratic institutions in the Trump political era through information gathering and data analysis to draw conclusions.

South Hadley, Massachusetts, United States

Represented the collective voice of and advocate for the needs of the student body to Mount Holyoke's administration and faculty. Also led the Student Government Executive Board in their group and individual goals.

South Hadley, Massachusetts, United States

Advocated for and advised on student interests on the College Planning Committee. The Planning Committee, chaired by the College's President, oversees the current strategic planning process. The Committee’s charge is to monitor the implementation of the strategic plan and propose adjustments for consideration.

South Hadley, Massachusetts, United States

Oversaw approximately fifteen committees to ensure smooth operations and achievement of committee goals through the formation of strategic plans, including the semesterly committee member appointment process. This role required chairing the Appointing Board and serving as a member of the Student Government Executive Board.

South Hadley, Massachusetts, United States

Led a comprehensive review of the Student Government Constitution by assessing each section to ensure that it empowered student leaders and could be enacted effectively, in addition to creating new systems as needed.

South Hadley, Massachusetts

Senior Experiential and Exploration Assistant (Sept 2019 - May 2021): Led career skills workshops and led content redesign; On-boarded and mentored co-presenterExperiential Exploration Assistant (Oct 2018-Sept 2019): Created a workshop designed to teach students how to write their first resume and cover letter, delivers the workshop weekly, and continually improves content/additional resources

Northampton, Massachusetts, United States

Support the Sabadosa office with projects, research, and advocacy

South Hadley, Massachusetts

Senior Resident Advisor (Jan 2022 - May 2022): Lead a team of 4 RAs in the provision of community development for the residence; took direct responsibility for the safety and well-being of 150 people; Organized and hosted 5 events successfully; effectively implemented residence protocols and resolved interpersonal conflicts.Resident Advisor (Aug 2019 - May 2020): Responsible for creating an inclusive environment, acting as a peer mentor, and being a crisis responder within the residence hall

South Hadley, Massachusetts

Took detailed notes that followed the prescribed format during class that were uploaded in a timely manner to the Accessibility Services website.

Detroit

Assisted Human Resources at Dykema Law Firm by filing, organizing, and scanning documents; accurately used internal document system; effectively utilized Office 360

Livonia, Michigan, United States

Attended trainings, lectures, and events that increased both emotional and behavioral intelligence. Learned how behavioral intelligence can be used as a tool for advocacy.

Detroit, Michigan

Working to study environmental public health in Detroit, volunteering with a program with the focus on promoting healthy lifestyles for the elderly in Detroit

Master'S Degree, International Development

Graduated with a Master`s degree in International Development with a focus on power and conflict. Participated in the Geneva Graduate.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Politics And French

Graduated with a B.A. in Politics, with a focus on International Politics, a minor in French, and a Nexus minor in Law, Public Policy.

High School Diploma And International Baccalaureate Diploma

Activities and Societies: - Mayor's Youth Council of Farmington/Farmington Hills - National Honors Society - French Honors Society - Model.