Zoe Leffler

Zoe Leffler is a dedicated professional with over a decade of experience in the fields of human rights, democracy, and sustainability. Currently, she imparts knowledge of Global Politics to a diverse group of students at the United World College of India, fostering a learning environment that encourages critical thinking and global citizenship. Zoe's career has seen her work across various sectors, including humanitarian, international development, and corporate sustainability, where she has honed her skills in coordination, outcome delivery, and problem-solving with a focus on integrating a rights-based perspective and gender mainstreaming. Her areas of expertise encompass corporate social responsibility, human rights, policy dialogue, negotiation, international humanitarian action, legal assistance, and rule of law/security sector reform.

Zoe Leffler's educational background is extensive, with a diverse range of studies that include ocean solutions, legislative drafting, humanitarian law, and protection of civilians in Islamic contexts, among others. She holds a First-class LLB (Hons) in Law and Politics from The University of Edinburgh, showcasing her commitment to academic excellence and a broad understanding of public international law, human rights, and democracy. Additionally, Zoe's professional journey has taken her through roles such as House Parent at St. Gilgen International School, Global Politics teacher at Mahindra United World College of India, and Manager at EY's Climate Change and Sustainability team, where she played a pivotal role in establishing human rights and business practices.

With a rich tapestry of experiences that include positions at the European External Action Service, ICRC, and the European Commission, Zoe Leffler has demonstrated her passion for fostering positive change and promoting sustainable practices at an international level. Her project management skills, coupled with a strong background in legal frameworks and humanitarian affairs, make her a versatile professional equipped to navigate complex global challenges.