Ambika Chawla
@ambikachawla
Communications professional specializing in climate, policy, and storytelling for impact.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a highly motivated communications professional with extensive experience in nonprofit and government communications and an MA in Environmental Law specializing in Climate Change Law.
I have led research, writing, and editing projects for international agencies, including authoring reports, editing the MCC Annual Report, publishing across outlets such as Yes! Magazine and Ensia, and winning a NASW diversity grant. I have also mentored staff, moderated high-level panels, and developed policy recommendations for resilient cities.
I translate complex policy concepts into compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, work effectively across cultures, and seek roles where I can advance climate and sustainability goals while mentoring teams and building partnerships.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Climatebase Fellow
Climatebase Fellowship Program
Sep 2024 - Present (1 year)
Completed educational workshops on corporate sustainability, circular economy, clean energy, and nature-based solutions; built a global professional network and received a certificate of completion in December 2024.
MCWriter/Editor
Millennium Challenge Corporation
Oct 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year)
Led research, writing, and editing of 20+ public-facing blogs and edited MCC's FY2023 Annual Report; produced fact sheets, white papers, website content, and speaking remarks for senior officials to advance agency communications.
UIResearcher
Urban Climate Innovations
Jul 2017 - Oct 2022 (5 years 3 months)
Advised the Urban Economy Forum on urban development and climate change, moderated high-level panels, cultivated media and philanthropic partnerships, and published research-based articles in major outlets.
OFResearcher
One Earth Future Foundation
Sep 2014 - Jan 2017 (2 years 4 months)
Lead author of the report Climate-Induced Migration and Instability and author of three policy reports on extractive-industry conflicts, producing actionable policy recommendations for city-level governance and security.
International Advisor
UN-Habitat and Global Green Growth Institute
May 2013 - May 2014 (1 year)
Led editing of the Green Growth City Development Strategy for Da Nang and authored UN policy on urban development and climate change, securing joint grant proposals and organizing international forums.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SDSturm College of Law, University of Denver
Master's degree in Environmental Law, Environmental Law (Climate Change Law specialization)
Master's degree in Environmental Law with a specialization in Climate Change Law from Sturm College of Law, University of Denver.
GUGlobal College, Long Island University
Bachelor's degree in International Relations, International Relations
Bachelor's degree in International Relations from Global College at Long Island University.
COCenter for Environment and Development, University of Oslo
Summer course, Renewable Energy Policy
Completed a summer course on Renewable Energy Policy at the Center for Environment and Development, University of Oslo.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
Website
urbanclimateinnovations.orgJob categories
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