Harini FernandoCountry: Sri LankaAdvocacy areas: SRHR, Women in politics, Gender and media Background:Harini is a graduate in International Relations from the University of Colombo and has Graduate Diploma in Public Policy from the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy at the National University of Singapore. She currently works as a Gender Consultant with the International […]
Dina ChaeraniCountry: IndonesiaAdvocacy areas: SRHR, Comprehensive Pre-Marital Sexuality Education, Meaningful and Inclusive Youth Participation, Intersectionality Background:Dina Chaerani is a young professional and ardent SRHR-J advocate known for her transformative work in fostering SRHR awareness across marginalised communities through her organisations, @Sexdugram, an online platform to provide comprehensive pre-marital sexuality education for Indonesian youths and Lapor Yuk!
Alyanna Fatmah BarapantaoCountry: PhilippinesAdvocacy areas: Gender and governance, Women’s Political Participation, Intersectionality, Gender Based Violence and Femicide Background:Alyanna Fatmah Barapantao is a 2nd-year Political Science student at Mindanao State University. She serves as the auditor of the Association of Political Science Students and is an accomplished journalist, holding key positions in multiple publications, including Editor-in-Chief of
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Asia-Pacific, Country, Fellowships, Philippines, Region
Sandini Yashodha RajapakshaCountry: Sri LankaAdvocacy areas: SRHR, Mental Health and Holistic psychosocial wellbeing, Advocacy and Policy Development for Gender Equality Background:I’m a researcher, Trainer, and academic with a focus on sexual health, mental health, and advocacy. My work includes developing interventions and capacity-building initiatives for sexual well-being, particularly for marginalized communities in Sri Lanka. I am
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Asia-Pacific, Country, Fellowships, Region, Sri Lanka
Natasha MehmoodCountry: PakistanAdvocacy areas: Gender and governance, Women’s Political Participation, Inclusion, Women Empowerment and Civic Engagement Background:With a deep commitment to women’s rights advocacy, I have dedicated my career to advancing gender equality through cross-movement efforts and addressing the intersections of women’s rights with issues such as enforced disappearances, lack of education, and climate change. At
Maria Iqbal ShahCountry: PakistanAdvocacy areas: Gender Equality and SRHR, Climate Action and Sustainability, Mental Health and Well-being, Digitalization and Technology for Social Impact Background:Maria Iqbal Shah is a passionate advocate for sustainable development, focusing on good health and well being, climate action, and gender equality. As a nursing student at Aga Khan University, she has led
Maham JamaliCountry: PakistanAdvocacy areas: Climate Change, Gender and Law, Human Rights Background:Since earning my BA-LL.B (Honors) from LUMS in 2019, I have focused on advocating for marginalized populations. Initially, I provided legal aid through the Imkaan Welfare Organization, managing over 40 cases and advising more than 500 clients on human rights issues. The 2022 floods in
Anhaar Zehra RazaCountry: PakistanAdvocacy areas: SRHR, Gender, Climate change Background:Anhaar is a final year BS Nutrition student, majoring in Public Health from Karachi, Pakistan. She is a SRHR activist and works with a women-led grassroots organization called Baithak-Challenging Taboos. Her work is around women’s access to their SRHR and bodily autonomy, and the intersection of gender
Renuka NaikCountry: IndiaAdvocacy areas: SRHR, Menstrual health, Young people Background:I am Renuka, an early career professional in the development sector with a degree in Law (BA.LLB (Hons.) from Gujarat National Law University, India). I worked at Crea as a Program Assistant under the Emerging Leaders Initiative and have a deep interest and experience in SRHR research
Poe Eindra ThantCountry: MyanmarAdvocacy areas: SRHR, Gender equality Background:A public health professional with a medical background who has experience working in sexual and reproductive health and rights in Myanmar. I provided family planning services and post abortion care to women and couples and involved in project management. I also have research experience working as a research
