I am a dedicated researcher and educator with a passion for social policy, well-being, and sustainability. My experience ranges from project coordination to mentoring interns, and I consistently aim to make a positive impact in my community through innovative projects and educational initiatives. In my current role at the Max van der Stoel Institute, I focus on enhancing social science research and community engagement. I also enjoy lecturing on social policy and sustainable development, empowering students to understand and tackle pressing societal issues.

Fortesa Asani

I am a dedicated researcher and educator with a passion for social policy, well-being, and sustainability. My experience ranges from project coordination to mentoring interns, and I consistently aim to make a positive impact in my community through innovative projects and educational initiatives. In my current role at the Max van der Stoel Institute, I focus on enhancing social science research and community engagement. I also enjoy lecturing on social policy and sustainable development, empowering students to understand and tackle pressing societal issues.

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I am a dedicated researcher and educator with a passion for social policy, well-being, and sustainability. My experience ranges from project coordination to mentoring interns, and I consistently aim to make a positive impact in my community through innovative projects and educational initiatives.
In my current role at the Max van der Stoel Institute, I focus on enhancing social science research and community engagement. I also enjoy lecturing on social policy and sustainable development, empowering students to understand and tackle pressing societal issues.

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Language

Albanian
Fluent
Macedonian
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Researcher at Max van der Stoel Institute
January 1, 2023 - Present
Conducting research on well-being and social policy, writing project applications, and supervising interns.
Project Coordinator at OCEEA in collaboration with OSCE Field Operations
December 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Coordinated activities for climate change awareness and community engagement in North Macedonia.
Project Manager at Democracy Lab
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
Led internationally funded projects focusing on institutional capacity-building and citizen engagement.
Project Coordinator at Woman’s Forum
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Managed a project strengthening local women's organizations and facilitating dialogue with local government.
Research Fellow at The GovLab, New York University
August 1, 2019 - November 1, 2019
Researched digital tools for enhanced citizen participation in governance and community initiatives.
Focus Group Facilitator at NYCM - National Youth Council of North Macedonia
May 1, 2019 - June 1, 2019
Conducted focus groups to explore migration factors among local youth.
Project Coordinator at FORUM - Center for Strategic Research and Documentation
November 1, 2017 - February 1, 2018
Developed and implemented environmental awareness campaigns through local partnerships.
Co-founder at Phi School
August 1, 2015 - July 1, 2019
Co-founded and managed a tutoring center focused on cognitive development for primary school students.

Education

MSc at London School of Economics and Political Science
September 24, 2022 - September 24, 2023
Bachelor of Business Informatics at South East European University
September 15, 2010 - July 1, 2013
Certificate in Advanced Leadership in Politics at International Republican Institute - North Macedonia
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Executive and Professional Education at George Mason University
June 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Certificate on Transparency and Accountability at Community Solutions Program - IREX
June 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019

Qualifications

Chevening Scholarship
September 24, 2022 - September 24, 2023
Community Solutions Program
January 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019
Merit-based Fellowship
September 1, 2010 - July 1, 2013

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization

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