Zainab Koli Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

• Design and execute an iterative participatory action research process in collaboration with staff and member leaders, which includes investigative desk research, consultations and focus groups with members and allies • Conduct landscape assessment of related campaigns, programs, policies, and federal budgets• Synthesize findings into accessible materials and presentations for campaign and policy development• Identify potential demands for GGJ’s national divest-invest campaign focused on climate resilience and demilitarization• Coordinate Research and Synthesis Committees to develop member leadership

• Researched and co-authored a comprehensive public curriculum on the risks of false solutions in comparison to real solutions for climate justice to be used by organizers, educators, policymakers, and impacted communities.• Engaged in a collective brainstorming, research, and writing process with frontline organizers, visioners, designers, researchers and editors• Designed the base structure and research process for future modules in the Hoodwinked in the Hothouse Public Curriculum

CCF is a collective connected through our commitment to creating a decolonial, ecocentric, and equitable sustainable future. We seek to build connections between organizations internationally in pursuit of linking and building a strong, robust, and resilient decolonial future network.• Researched and wrote content published on the Climate Resources Hub

New York, New York

• Co-founded a collective led by Black and Brown Muslims that activates and supports Muslims in developing just and regenerative climate solutions through research, education and entrepreneurship.• Built a global community of over 5,000 members• Increased environmental justice education via accessible research materials, workshops and events• Organized and facilitated over 20 events in partnership with community members, organizations, universities & student groups • Developed and managed a fellowship program for Muslim youth interested in environmental justice

New York, Ny

• Built long-term relationships with partner organizations to provide professional development opportunities for students

New York, Ny

• Cofounded a non-profit for NY Muslim college students to compete in various creative genres, develop their skills, and build community• Developed and executed organizational goals and strategic plans• Directed team in planning and hosting the first three annual tournaments• Led recruitment of 300+ college students from 25 colleges statewide• Consistently surpassed yearly growth goals with a 228% increase in overall attendance from 2017 to 2019 • Trained and supervised a team of 14 members

New York, New York

• Built and maintained style master data in PLM and Blue Cherry Systems for upcoming seasons• Updated line sheets continuously to ensure accurate, complete, and up-to-date information• Communicated changes to all cross functional teams

New York, Ny

• Sketched and rendered styles for Summer and Fall 2019 seasons• Created and finalized tech packs with BOM, construction details, labeling, and orders to be used by production and design teams• Commented on lap dips, strike-offs, and submits from factories to approve or revise for production• Scaled prints, updated color ways, and layout of artwork• Updated and managed design boards for client presentations

New York, Ny

• Supported students throughout their writing process to develop their research and writing skills through one-to-one sessions• Worked on various forms of writing including grant applications, academic papers, artist statements, and presentations• Engaged in professional development programs to learn and apply theory in language learning and communication

London, United Kingdom

• Headed the product development and design process for the luxury modest fashion retailer’s first private label collection for SS18• Finalized season color palette and prints through best seller sales history analysis and trend research• Conceptualized and illustrated designs using Adobe Illustrator• Developed all moodboard, trend, and design presentations• Liaised with local and overseas suppliers to communicate product needs

New York, Ny

• Researched trends in the eyewear market for seasonal reports to licensor brands (Alice+Olivia, Jason Wu, Steven Alan, Billy Reid)• Forecasted future trends used to support designs for upcoming Spring and Fall 2018 seasons.• Sourced new local vendors for eyewear accessories and packaging.• Created inventory and line sheets with consolidated information to be used in new sample tracking process.

Wrote content for the magazine’s website and annual print issue: fashion exhibition reviews, look books, wedding ideas, press conference summaries, and interviews with prominent Bollywood actors.

New York, Ny

• Facilitated communication between the company and local factories, cutting rooms, and sample rooms. • Researched and selected appropriate fabrics and trims for garments. • Ensured adherence to licensor brands' (Macy's, Target, Nordstrom, Urban Outfitters) product standards through quality controlling before shipment. • Organized showroom and supported the production, design, and sales teams. • Trained new interns during onboarding.

Master Of Science - Ms, Environmental Policy & Sustainability Management

Coursework: Policy Analysis, Global Environmental Policy, Climate Change, Environmental Justice, Research as Accompaniment - Scholar.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Fashion Business Management, Concentration In Product Development, Minors In English, Ethics And Sustainability, And Middle Eastern Studies

Activities and Societies: SUNY Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence, Departmental Award, Presidential Scholars Honors Program, Dean's.

Study Abroad, Fashion Business Management

Associate Of Applied Science - Aas, Fashion Business Management; Minor In English

Activities and Societies: Departmental Award, Presidential Scholars Program, Dean's List

Regents Diploma