Nabjot Kaur, Mpa Email & Phone Number

New York, New York, United States

Collaborate with elected Council Member to develop and manage policy, submit legislative requests, and introduce impactful legislation. Lead research and analysis on environmental issues to drive change, elevate awareness, and inspire action. Orchestrate public engagement events, organized hearings, and implemented local laws with the Committee on EPRW. Represent Council Member at community events and fostered positive public narratives to garner support for strategic initiatives. Cultivate relationships with environmental stakeholders, maximizing synergies and developing successful campaign strategies for passing legislation. o Assisted in the passing of Local Law 19 of 2024, which requires the Department of Environmental Protection to install vessel waste pumpout facilities in NYC’s coastal waters to achieve a no-discharge zone designation. o Contributed to the passing Local Law 032, 2023 (Int. 0470) streamlining ban of high polluting fuel #4 usage in buildings and schoolso Played a role in the passing of Local Law 57 of 2023 (Int 0239) NYC Department of Buildings to outreach & educate solar and green roof systems through multilingual outreach and website resources. o Collaborated to help pass Local Law 140 of 2023 (Int. 0279) requires all city vehicles to transition to zero-emission models by July 2035-2038, with some exceptions based on factors like cost and charging infrastructure. o Worked with Environmental Protection, Resiliency, & Waterfronts Counsel to implement Local Law 120, 2021 (Int. 455), electrifying the city school bus fleeto Assisted with the execution of Local Law 154, 2021 (Int. 2317), to prohibit combustion of substances with specific emissions profiles and drive the transition to electricity, phasing out fossil fuels from new construction buildings starting in 2024 in NYC

Managed 50+ volunteers and drove enlistment through community organizing and campaigning. Presented organization through a creative video that showcased GrowNYC's volunteer connection to directors and board members. Led workshops for Climate Change Education and cofounded BIPOC Commitee to promote equal and fair employment opportunities.

New York, New York, United States

• Increased volunteer participation by over 50% through the implementation of an innovative onboarding and training program, enhanced recognition initiatives for volunteers, and the development of strategic partnerships with pivotal community organizations• Bolstered fair employment opportunities for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) colleagues through the co-founding of a specialized committee, which focused on building empathy via shared experiences, encouraging staff collaboration, and actively addressing relevant issues

New York, New York, United States

• Increased public participation in environmental initiatives by an average of 20-30% through educational outreach on the benefits of composting and recycling, utilizing data-driven information, and coordinating the collection of food scraps at GrowNYC Greenmarkets for composting

• Monitored the efficacy of greenmarket by enforcing rules and regulations and determining layout• Established strategic communication and promoted a community environment between farmers, customers, and the localcommunity for fresh, seasonal local produce and products

Master Of Public Administration - Mpa, Sustainability Studies

Urban Development and Sustainability Program

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Public Administration

Activities and Societies: Phi Alpha Alpha - Honor SocietyPublic Affairs Program, Minor in Psychology