- Activities
My lifework is dedicated to the socio-ecological evolution of our presence on Earth. My passion is centered in investigating how we can use design-led processes to transition our societies towards regenerative and participatory cultures.
I move between three areas of work: Qualitative design-led research that directly informs professional practice and systemic strategies; Designing and leading holistic life-learning programs related to sustainable development and ecological empathy; Developing transformative cultural change processes for communities and organizations.
// Detailed CV on Linkedin --
Network Weaver with Schumacher Global Network, working on bringing together Schumacher College alumni and wider networks on Hylo, to collaborate on creating a regenerative and thriving world for all humans and nonhumans.
(International) // June 2024 - Present.
Youth Programming Consultant with UNDP Bahrain, working on the 10th edition of the Youth Leadership Programme and youth engagement strategy for 2024.
(Manama, Bahrain) // July 2024 - Present.
Research & Learning Designer with ATÖLYE , working on a governmental and youth leadership programs with one of the emirates.
(Ajman, United Arab Emirates) // November 2023 - March 2024.
Research Consultant with United Nations Volunteers Programme, working on a National Situation Analysis (NSA) on Volunteerism in Bahrain.
(Manama, Bahrain) // May 2023 - September 2023.
Stakeholder Engagement & Adaptation Consultant with 3BL Associates, working on a national climate adaptation investment framework led by the GGGI.
(Manama, Bahrain) // October 2022 - December 2022.
Youth Leadership Programme Consultant with UNDP Bahrain, working on the 8th edition of the Arab Region's Youth Leadership Programme.
(Manama, Bahrain) // August 2022 - December 2022.
Human-Centered Design & Youth Advisor with Sayara International, working on a M&E research project for Mercy Corps' Gender & Youth Activities (GAYA) team.
(International) // June 2022 - November 2022.
Project Assistant / Youth Development Delegate with UNDP Bahrain, working on the 6th and 7th editions of the Arab Region's Youth Leadership Programme.
(Manama, Bahrain) // February 2020 - February 2022.
Design Consultant for a residency program at Embercombe.
(Southeast Devon, UK) // March 2019 - September 2019.
Learning Community Assistant at Schuamcher College.
(Southeast Devon, UK) // August 2019 - September 2019.
Designer & Editor for Gaia Education's SDG Training for Multipliers, Arabic Version.
(International) // August 2017 - December 2017.
Independent Consultant for Destination Sustainability.
(Muscat, Oman) // June 2017 - August 2018.
Social Responsibility & Sustainability Analyst with Sustainable Square.
(Muscat, Oman) // May 2016 - May 2017.
Co-Founder of alif daal noon.
(Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait) // Founded in May 2017 - July 2018 (currently in rest).
Member & Co-National Coordinator of Arab Youth Climate Movement.
(Bahrain chapter) // April 2015 - May 2016.
Manager & Landscape Designer with Floating Gardens.
(Manama, Bahrain) // March 2015 - March 2016.
Production & Events Manager with Al Riwaq Art Space.
(Manama, Bahrain) // January - May 2013 AND February 2014 - January 2015
Support Worker for Mike from Lifestyle Options Inc.
(Brisbane, Australia) // April 2011 - October 2012.
Fundraiser & Supervisor with Public Outreach.
(Brisbane, Australia) // September 2008 - November 2009.
// --
Master of Arts in Ecological Design Thinking from Schumacher College, University of Plymouth (Devon, UK) // Awarded with Distinction in December 2019. Dissertation.
Bachelor of Multimedia, Majoring in Visual Communication Design from Griffith University (Brisbane, Australia) // Graduated in December 2010.
Ecological Design in Design for Sustainability e-learning programme from Gaia Education (Online) // March 2016.
Design for Sustainability Certificate from Gaia Education, taken at Damanhur Ecovillage (Canavese, Italy) // August 2015.
Permaculture Design Certificate from PRI Kenya, taken at Distant Relatives Eco-Lodge (Kilifi, Kenya) // October 2014.
// --
Environmental and Permaculture Activities // 2010 - 2013.
• Working at a small Permaculture Farm (TAS, Australia) // December 2013
• Working on a private Permaculture property (NSW, Australia) // May - July 2011
• Volunteering with Wild Mountains Trust (QLD, Australia) // During 2010 - 2011
Farm Work // 2010 - 2013.
• Cherry picking (TAS, Australia) // November 2013
• Macadamia Farm, seasonal farm work (NSW, Australia) // June 2011
• Pear picking (VIC, Australia) // February 2011
• Stone Fruits picking and general farm work (VIC, Australia) // November 2010