Hi, I'm Vera.
Based in New York City, I am a recent graduate of Columbia University's Master of International Affairs program. I am a strategic communications and project management specialist passionate about driving social impact through international development, with hands-on experience at the United Nations in project coordination and stakeholder engagement.
Organizations & Institutions
Experience
My professional journey has taken me from conducting field research with Indigenous tribes in the Amazon to coordinating high-level events at the UN General Assembly. In every role, my focus is on using strategic project management and communication to build more inclusive and sustainable global systems.
Green Technology and Sustainable Futures at the UNIDO Global Call
I participated in the 2022 UNIDO Global Call, a global initiative focused on identifying and scaling innovative technologies to achieve Net-Zero. Engaging with global experts on solutions for green industrialization provided me with deep insights into the practical challenges and opportunities in sustainable development. This experience was foundational, informing my later work in energy consulting and economic development projects at the UN.
Fostering Dialogue: US-China Youth AI Debate
I was selected as a participant in the 'Bridging Futures' debate, a premier event fostering dialogue between young leaders from China and the United States on the future of Artificial Intelligence. I researched and articulated arguments on AI ethics and international governance, engaging in rigorous debate on one of the most critical technology policy issues today. This experience sharpened my cross-cultural communication skills and solidified my interest in global technology diplomacy.
Women’s Entrepreneurship Accelerator at the UN General Assembly
Engaged with global leaders and policy-makers at the UNGA's Women’s Entrepreneurship Accelerator. The initiative's focus on inspiring, educating, and empowering women entrepreneurs resonates deeply with my professional commitment to gender equality and sustainable development.
Breaking Barriers: Empowering Indigenous Peoples in Global Trade
As a Graduate Consultant with the UN's International Trade Centre, I helped shape a new strategy to empower Indigenous communities in the global market. My work involved extensive, on-the-ground field research in the Amazon region of Brazil, where our team engaged directly with seven local Indigenous tribes.
