Amie Duignan

24 year-old female currently undertaking a Masters of Science in Development Practice at Trinity College Dublin, I am pursing an internship for the end of my post graduate degree. I am an outgoing individual with excellent interpersonal skills and a strong aptitude for policy analysis and social research. Such skills are accompanied by a particular interest in climate and gender justice, international affairs and policy development. These interests have been developed through partaking in further courses such as Concern Worldwide's SDG Summer Academy and volunteering weekly with the Irish Refugee Council. Further, I have conducted desk-based research for an Irish NGO, named Misean Cara as well as currently undertaking a research placement in central India. I am eager to develop further skills and knowledge in an environment that is open-minded and socially conscious.

The Irish Refugee Council: volunteering since September 2024, as part of their 'befriending programme', providing support to refugees while they find accommodation in Ireland.

Concern Worldwide: Participated in Concern Worldwide's SDG Summer Academy 2024. This four day course consisted of engaging with Concern Worldwide's staff, Irish diplomats and policymakers, with a specific focus on the delivering of the Sustainable Development Goals.

References available on request.