A humanitarian and human rights practitioner with over 30 years of experience in conflict and post-war settings.
I am a dedicated human rights and humanitarian practitioner and analyst. I have held senior management roles with the United Nations, International Non-Governmental Organisations. I have worked with NATO and the governments of Norway, the UK, and Switzerland, and held academic positions. My professional focus encompasses security sector governance and justice reform in fragile environments, peacebuilding and conflict resolution, protection of civilians and humanitarian protection, and addressing sexual exploitation and abuse and sexual and gender-based violence.
A humanitarian and human rights practitioner with over 30 years of experience in conflict and post-war settings.
I am a dedicated human rights and humanitarian practitioner and analyst. I have held senior management roles with the United Nations, International Non-Governmental Organisations. I have worked with NATO and the governments of Norway, the UK, and Switzerland, and held academic positions. My professional focus encompasses security sector governance and justice reform in fragile environments, peacebuilding and conflict resolution, protection of civilians and humanitarian protection, and addressing sexual exploitation and abuse and sexual and gender-based violence.
My Experience & Focus
Background
With over 30 years of experience in human rights and humanitarian policy and practice, I have collaborated with UN agencies, NATO, and NGOs. My professional focus includes security sector governance, justice reform, peacebuilding, and the protection of civilians.
Expertise
My expertise spans extensive work in conflict environments, managing multidisciplinary teams, and developing strategies and policies. I have a proven track record in programme and project management, with hands-on experience in various regions, including Central Africa, Southeast Asia, the Balkans and the Middle East.
Qualifications
I hold advanced degrees in Social Anthropology and Law from the University of Cambridge and SOAS, University of London. My qualifications, combined with my wide-ranging field experience, enable me to provide strategic advice and support on complex humanitarian policy and governance issues.