Key skills and expertise

With 8 years of experience in community development, NGOs, and human rights, the expert has demonstrated expertise in research and project support, particularly in climate justice and modern slavery. Responsibilities have included developing databases, drafting newsletters, and representing NGOs at civil society roundtables. Additionally, the expert has assisted in organizing and reporting for the EU Fundamental Rights Forum. Voluntary roles have included mentoring and tutoring socially disadvantaged youth. Proficient in German and English, with a good command of French and Spanish, the expert has worked in Austria and the UK.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across sectors including community development, education, gender and human rights, social development, and youth and child welfare. Roles have involved research and project support, database development, and representation at civil society roundtables. The expert has provided assistance and mentoring in educational settings, particularly for socially disadvantaged youth. Interdisciplinary expertise spans human rights and migration, with professional activities conducted in Austria and the UK.

The expert has extensive experience working in Austria and the United Kingdom, engaging in projects related to human rights, community development, and social welfare. Work in these regions has involved collaboration with NGOs and participation in initiatives addressing local and international development challenges. This experience has provided a deep understanding of regional cultural dynamics and governance issues.

Languages and education

The expert is a native German speaker with full professional proficiency in English, supported by a Cambridge Certificate. Strong communication skills in French and Spanish have been utilized in diverse professional settings. Language abilities have been applied in international work environments, enhancing collaboration within multilingual teams in Austria and the UK.

The expert is pursuing a Master of Arts in Human Rights at the University of Vienna, Austria. They completed a specialization module in Business and Human Rights at the EIUC Venice School of Human Rights in Italy. Additionally, they have undertaken diploma studies in law with a specialization in fundamental and human rights, and hold a Bachelor of Sociology with a specialization in migration and integration, both from the University of Vienna, Austria.