Multilingual freelance writer and researcher with seven years experience analyzing human rights, conflict and development related issues in South Asia and Burma seeks writing and research opportunities. |
 Contact Rajeshree Sisodia
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Area of Expertise: |
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Communications, Media, Knowledge Management, Editor
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Professional Experience: |
I am a freelance print journalist and researcher who specializes in human rights, political, development and conflict related issues in South Asia and Burma. I have more than a decade of experience in carrying out research and compiling written material for leading news organizations worldwide. A partial list includes Al Jazeera. Net, Le Monde Diplomatique and the South China Morning Post.
I have proven experience of writing accurate and nuanced material, often in demanding and challenging environments. For example, I have reported on state-led human rights abuses, poverty, insurgency and conflict from India, Burma, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nepal, Kashmir and Bosnia.
Moreover, I have also been subcontracted to carry out research for international organizations including UNICEF and my work has been cited and re-published by organizations including UNICEF, EarthRights International and Amnesty India.
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Education: |
MSc in Comparative Politics/ Conflict Studies at the London School of Economics and Political Science with a specialist focus on South Asia and Burma. Courses studied included critical analysis of phenomena such as insurgency, territorial sovereignty, regime type, democratization, poverty and marginalization.
BA Honours English Language and Literature from the University of Nottingham, England. Second Class Division One Honours Degree awarded.
Senior and junior print journalist qualifications awarded by the UK National Council for the Training of Journalists.
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Years of Experience:
10-15 years |
Highest Qualification:
Masters |
Languages:
English, Hindi, Urdu, Sindhi, Gujarati and French |
Nationality:
United Kingdom
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