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The research topic "Vulnerability, Climate Loss and Damage, and Resilience: Climate Action and Financing for Transformation" explores the interconnected aspects of vulnerability, climate loss and damage, and pathways to resilience and transformation, with a focus on the Global South.- Support contributors and editors to ensure smooth collaboration and successful publication of high-quality scientific manuscripts.- Managing the Research Topic platform efficiently, including contributor tracking, approvals, and communications, to meets publication deadlines and improve academic visibility.

The World Water Policy Journal serves as a platform for emerging water leaders and thinkers, promoting innovative and integrated approaches to global water challenges. It features contributions from both established and upcoming experts in the field. Now published biannually by Wiley-Blackwell, with support from the Policy Studies Organization in Washington, D.C., WWP has been a key resource in water policy since its inception as the World Water Policy and Practice Journal in 2014.- Supporting the Managing Editor with operational tasks to maintain smooth publication cycles for the journal.- Contributing to editorial tasks including coordinating with authors and preparing manuscripts for publication.

IFSD is an Australia-based international research and development advisory firm providing advice to governments, international donor agencies, universities, community groups, and the private sector. Through holistic solutions to complex environment-development problems, we works towards resilient and inclusive development in Asia and the Pacific.Sectors: Loss & Damage, Climate Justice, Water Security, CBNRM, Development- Supporting with research and operational activities from IFSD for the research for development project: Strengthening loss and damage response capacity in the Global South (STRENGTH). - Overseeing research activities and facilitating capacity building for research teams in Vanuatu and Nepal as part of the STRENGTH project.- Conducting in-depth research and analysis to identify opportunities and challenges, and provide actionable recommendations to support IFSD's overall performance.

Editorial Assistant for the book titled Climate Risks to Water Security: Framing Effective Response in Asia and the Pacific.- Assisted with preparing and finalizing manuscripts to meet publishing standards.- Coordinated and managed communication with 31 authors, ensuring timely submission of their contributions and addressing their queries.- Liaised with Palgrave’s Project Manager to streamline the publication process and meet delivery timelines.

Remote

A rising star is a young woman from Asia who is selected by WEDU for the Leadership Development Program. Rising stars demonstrate a strong passion and deep commitment towards social change in their community and participate in the mentorship program, through which they receive one-on-one mentorship from a mentor with relevant professional experiences. The mentor and rising star work together in achieving the goals.Mentor: Lorraine Lee Hirano- Demonstrating good performance and a commitment to personal and professional growth throughout the program.- Participating in networking events, industry conferences, and community outreach activities to contribute to the organization's mission (to see a world where half of all leaders are women – one leader, bold idea, and innovation at a time)

Kathmandu, Nepal

The Institute for Integrated Development Studies (IIDS) is a premier think tank of Nepal with a legacy of 42 years. It is committed to research and policy advocacy that is based on evidence and a holistic approach to sustainable development.- Assisted with data collection, analysis, and report writing contributing to the successful completion of two research projects: Study on the gendered impact of COVID-19 on local and national supply chains in Nepal (UN Women) & Mapping and review of collaboration within the TVET sector of Nepal (British Council).Trainings received:- 3 day workshop on Survey design, execution, and data tools by Mr. Dharmendra Lekhak- 1 day workshop on Gender by Ms. Bharati Silwal-Giri

Remote

IFSD is an international development organization providing advice to governments, international agencies, universities, community groups, and the private sector. Through holistic solutions to complex environment-development problems, it work towards resilient and inclusive development in Asia and the Pacific.- Investigated floods risk assessment of Brahmaputra River, in the context of transboundary water governance among the Basin countries (China, Nepal, India, and Bangladesh) for better flood management.

Galesburg, Illinois, United States

Assisted Associate Professor of Environmental Studies Benjamin Farrer with his research focused on exploring the collaborative strategies between political parties and environmental protest organizers. Mainly involved in collecting global data on the positions that political parties took with respect to environmental issues. Then, analyzed this data to investigate the collaborative strategies employed between political parties and environmental protest organizers to advance environmental causes.

Classes Tutored (ENVS 101, 110, 170, 180, 243, 256, 270)- Helped students develop study skills and learning techniques to improve their academic performance

Provided teaching and organizational assistance to Professor Peter Schwartzman for the following undergraduate courses:ENVS 170 - Atmosphere and WeatherENVS 174 - Urban Agriculture

London, United Kingdom

Student Switch Off (SSO) is a not-for-profit international campaign encouraging student action on climate change. Sector - Energy EfficiencyAs an ambassador, my team helped reduce energy consumption by 0.71kWh/person in a residence hall of 70 students by encouraging sustainable actions.

Nepal

The Zoological Society of London is a global science-led conservation organisation helping people and wildlife live better together to restore the wonder and diversity of life everywhere.Sector - Wildlife conservation - Collaborated alongside the Country Program Officers to plan impact workshops and training programs related to community-based conservative efforts such as ecotourism and goat rearing - Administered the research survey and data collections with the socio-economic consultant to explore the possible sustainable livelihood sources in Nepal

Bachelor'S Degree, Double Major In Environmental Studies And Business Management, Cum Laude

Environmental Studies Thesis - Environmental injustice in Nepal: The prevailing impacts of the caste system on climate change.

Environmental Studies, Aaaa-

Activities and Societies: Student Switch Off AmbassadorStudied in London for a trimester during junior year of college. Courses taken.