Bachelor of Arts, Environment & Development, Minor in Geography (Urban Studies) • McGill University
Bio
Siobhan is a 2023 graduate from McGill University with a Bachelor of Arts in Environment and Development, and a minor in Urban Studies. She is dedicated to a career in social sustainability, aiming to explore and collaboratively develop environmentally friendly initiatives across various industries and countries.
During her undergraduate studies, Siobhan engaged in diverse research roles, including climate policy, international relations, urban geography, and industrial mining. These experiences allowed her to develop strong competencies in ArcGIS, large datasets, and spatial analysis, deepening her commitment to sustainable development.
Following her studies at McGill, Siobhan most recently served as a Sustainability Associate at the United Nations Global Compact Network Canada (GCNC). In this role, she collaborated with corporate leaders to advance sustainability objectives, supporting GCNC staff with communications, logistics, and planning. Previously, as an Events Certification Intern at McGill’s Office of Sustainability, Siobhan led a team of ten volunteers to expand the Sustainable Events Certification program. Her efforts included providing consultations, training, and resources to promote environmentally responsible practices, enhancing diversity and accessibility within campus events.
In addition to her roles at GCNC and McGill University, Siobhan has actively contributed to global sustainability efforts through her work at the G20 Research Group. As Compliance Director, she evaluated the adherence of G20 nations to climate finance commitments, focusing on their ability to mobilize private capital and facilitate access to multilateral climate funding.
Her passion for sustainability extended into her volunteer work, representing The United Nations Association in Canada as a volunteer at COP15, and becoming a student delegate of McGill University for the U7+ Worldwide Student Forum. There, she contributed to a report presented at the U7+ Presidential Summit discussing the question of “Climate Change: Intergenerational Conflict or Intergenerational Alliance?”. Through the MScSM program, she hopes to continue bridging sustainability initiatives across different industries and socio-cultural settings, fostering global collaborations that drive impactful change.
In her spare time, Siobhan enjoys exploring new music genres, stopping to smell the flowers, and adding to her list of new countries to visit.
Siobhan's MScSM Internship: Conservation Halton
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