To become an effective science diplomat, strong leadership skills in science and the ability to provide rigorous, evidence-based advice to policymakers are essential. I have had the opportunity to develop these competencies through the following specialized training programmes:
I was a participant in the Science Leadership Programmes (SLPs) video series of the Global Young Academy (GYA), an international organization dedicated to empowering early-career researchers as future science leaders.
This initiative is designed to strengthen collective leadership skills, foster cross-regional networks, and equip early-career researchers with the tools needed to address complex global challenges collaboratively.
The GYA’s Science Leadership approach is grounded in the recognition that scientific excellence alone is not sufficient. Future science leaders must also be able to:
Work across disciplines and borders
Engage constructively with society and policymakers
Build resilient, inclusive, and ethical research communities
📽️ A series of short videos also introduces the work of the Global Young Academy and explores how early-career researchers from around the world understand science leadership and collective action.
Article: I also co-authored a paper entitled "Defining science leadership for the GYA" (page 15).