Sowmya Raman
MI,USA
Summary
Public Policy Professional with 5+ years of experience in policy monitoring, evaluation, and research across government agencies, international organizations, and grassroots initiatives. Skilled in diplomacy, stakeholder engagement, and cross-border policy coordination. Expertise in climate change, urban sustainability, and migration.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Member - Migration & Climate Working Group
YOUNGO
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with experts and youth activists to highlight the intersection of displacement and environmental crises
- contributed to youth-led climate policy discussions and UNFCCC processes on climate-induced migration and its socioeconomic impact
- Delegate to COP29, amplifying youth voices from the Global South in climate diplomacy.
Curator
Global Shapers - World Economic Forum
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Led a team of 22 members, overseeing flagship projects and reporting to the World Economic Forum's regional community champion
- Spearheaded awareness campaigns like sustainable thrift shopping, stem cell donation and electoral tracking
- Produced annual reports, ensuring project accountability, and managed social media for increased hub visibility
- Led leadership transition and mentored new hub leaders
- Represented the community at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, Davos, gaining first-hand insight into international diplomatic negotiations shaping global policies.
Program Manager - Schools of Excellence
Department of School Education
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Led a team of 3 consultants to implement the Schools of Excellence program, impacting 28 schools, 130+ teachers, and 6,000+ students
- Oversaw financial planning and budget management for FY 2023-24, managing $1 million in resources, ensuring optimal resource allocation and timely disbursements
- Developed project plans using Kanban boards, Developed impact indicators, delivering data-driven reports and insights to key stakeholders
Research Assistant
State Planning Commission
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Conducted qualitative impact assessments for flagship state initiatives, including the Zero Ticket Bus Travel Scheme and Tamil Nadu Urban Employment Scheme
- Led fieldwork across 17+ districts, designing research tools, conducting stakeholder mapping, and facilitating focus group discussions
- Drafted comprehensive reports and recommendations for policymakers, contributing to the Tamil Nadu Housing Policy 2022 with a focus on sustainable urban development
Local Pathways Fellow
United Nations - Sustainable Development Solutions Network
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Conducted in-depth qualitative research on slum resettlement policies across India, Pakistan, and Sudan,
- Presented findings at the International Conference on Sustainable Development (2023), advocating for community-driven urban development strategies
- Collaborated with international policymakers to advocate for inclusive urban governance and sustainable development practices
Program Producer
Kalaignar Networks
10.2018 - 01.2020
- Produced 40 documentary episodes on socio-economic issues, spotlighting livelihoods and regional cultures in Tamil Nadu, reaching an estimated audience of 100,000+ viewers
- Secured $30,000 in project funding by writing detailed grant proposals and budgetary evaluation
- Oversaw on-ground implementation, ensuring adherence to project timelines and tracking deliverables
Education
MicroMasters - Data, Economics & Development Policy
MIT
12.2025
Master of Public Policy -
Azim Premji University
05-2022
B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
SASTRA University
12.2019
Skills
- Data Analysis Using R
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Development of Research Tools
- Certified PMI Project Manager
- Policy Analysis
- Research and Policy Communication
- Sustainability & Environmental Policy: UNEP green energy certified
Accomplishments
- Presentation: Policy, Participation, and Lived Reality: A Peek into Chennai’s Slum Resettlement, International Conference on Sustainable Development, New York, 2023.
- Publication: Election Laws: Understanding the Web of Political Corruption in the Age of Neoliberalism—A Materialistic Approach, Legal Lock Journal, Nov 2021.
- Delegate - COP29 nominated by Conference of Youth
- Volunteer, Citizens Climate Lobby, Detroit Charter
Timeline
Member - Migration & Climate Working Group
YOUNGO
06.2024 - Current
Program Manager - Schools of Excellence
Department of School Education
08.2023 - 03.2024
Curator
Global Shapers - World Economic Forum
08.2022 - 05.2024
Research Assistant
State Planning Commission
03.2022 - 08.2023
Local Pathways Fellow
United Nations - Sustainable Development Solutions Network
11.2021 - 11.2022
Program Producer
Kalaignar Networks
10.2018 - 01.2020
B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
SASTRA University
MicroMasters - Data, Economics & Development Policy
MIT
Master of Public Policy -
Azim Premji University
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