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NAVEENA SINGH

New Delhi

Summary

Self-motivated, hardworking and a keen observer of global topical issues, I am an International Studies graduate with key transferable skills in communication and research, looking for internships at international research projects driving social impact through their research and community engagements.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Writer

Kartavyapath Blogs
06.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: An online platform by the Bhavyabharat Foundation, an NGO, to keep observers of Indian development informed.
  • Contributed to its 'Foreign Policy' section.
  • Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to obtain relevant information and enrich content quality.
  • Generated ideas for new stories or topics to write about, and monitored current events for potential story ideas.

As a result, my writing skills were further refined, as I learnt to organise and clearly articulate my ideas

Member Analyst

Red Lantern Analytica
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Decoded global developments and politics with a focus on Indian security issues
  • Moderated online seminars on Tibetan struggles, PRC policies, and South China Sea tensions
  • Authored analytical articles on China-Taiwan dynamics

Founding Member

Gujarat Thinkers Forum
Vadodara
02.2019 - 12.2021
  • Co-founded the think tank as the first of its kind experiment to open public discourse to the people of Baroda, from diverse backgrounds, and varied age groups.
  • Helped the team curate the agenda for upcoming events, organised bi-monthly feedback sessions, delineated the scope of debates for assessment by the jury, ensured a participatory spirit via formal and informal discussions, and tried to address gaps in understanding by presenting researched analysis.
  • Led key discussions on vaccine equity and the Global South agenda by presenting informed analysis on critical global issues.
  • Collaborated with various MS University departments to develop strategies for outreach and engagement.
  • Record-keeping of activities.

Through this initiative, I acquired valuable skills in teamwork, communication and public speaking.

Education

Master of Arts - Politics with Specialization in International Studies

Jawaharlal Nehru University
New Delhi
07.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
07.2021

Skills

  • Interpersonal and networking skills
  • Articulate Verbal Communication
  • Qualitative Research Skills
  • Cultural sensitivity and cross-cultural communication
  • Critical engagement with topical issues
  • Public speaking
  • Receptive learning
  • Timely Project Completion

Accomplishments

  • Presented a paper titled 'Blue Helmets of Hope', National conference held at JNU, New Delhi, 10/01/24, Highlighted ground realities of peace missions and the constraints in achieving meaningful peace and showcased Indian military excellence in various UN missions.
  • Interviewed Lt. Gen. Satish Nambiar, 09/01/24, Discussed challenges to UN peacekeeping missions, along with India’s contributions and commitments ideationally and practically.
  • Interviewed Ambassador Indramani Pandey, 04/01/24, Brought the reasons behind the rising stature of the organization and nuances of practical diplomacy to fellow aspirants of the field.
  • Qualified for the competitive exam for Junior Research Fellowship, 12/01/23
  • Served on a panel at JECRC University, Jaipur, 07/01/23, Discussed the evolution of the United Nations and India's leadership in Global South coalitions.
  • Delivered a talk on India and the United Nations at All India Radio, 06/01/23, Discussed the need for the UN to transition to a more conglomerate entity.
  • Secured the first position in a long article competition, Organized by MSU, Baroda, 09/01/22, Written on the multi-faceted aspects of the climate crisis.
  • Conducted an independent outreach to an interview of Tibetan Activist Tenzin Tsendue, 06/01/20, Discussed fostering a cosmopolitan world order based on a regime of rights and justice.
  • Contributed to MSU, Baroda led initiatives, 2019, Such as the Yugaantar Summit, GITA and the 4th Gujarat Young Thinkers Federation where I spoke on educational reforms in India.
  • Published an English poetry book titled Lueur, 2018, A Book of 21+1 Balmy Poems centered on motivational, self-help, and social themes.
  • Head girl at Delhi Public School, Vindhyanagar, 2017 - 2018

Community Service

Engaged in advocacy of Tibetan rights on campus during undergrad, collaborating with the Regional Tibetan Youth Congress and led the Students for Free Tibet (Baroda) briefly. This commitment entailed organising workshops, peace rallies, exhibitions and public speaking on their political struggles. Through a fine balance between my course commitments and my advocacy work, I garnered massive support from a broader audience across several states. I developed great respect for their community spirit. Over time, I forged a strong mutual relationship of trust with them. Alongside this, I tutored them in groups to address the learning gaps owing to language barriers and classroom hesitation. 

Timeline

Writer

Kartavyapath Blogs
06.2023 - Current

Member Analyst

Red Lantern Analytica
11.2022 - 02.2023

Founding Member

Gujarat Thinkers Forum
02.2019 - 12.2021

Master of Arts - Politics with Specialization in International Studies

Jawaharlal Nehru University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
NAVEENA SINGH