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Siena Clingham

@sienaclingham

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Driven advocate for social justice and equity in NGO sector.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to advocate for social justice, engage in meaningful work, and contribute to community development.

I am a dedicated advocate for social justice and equity, currently working as an Independent Sexual Violence Advocate at North London Rape Crisis. My commitment to advancing intersectional feminism, racial equality, and global economic freedom is complemented by my educational background in politics and international development from the University of Bath. I possess demonstrable administrative skills, honed through extensive experience in administrative and PA roles, which I leverage to support vulnerable individuals in crisis.

In my current role, I work within a multi-disciplinary team to provide proactive crisis intervention and advocacy for women who have experienced sexual violence. I ensure that survivors are informed of their rights and entitlements while supporting them in accessing essential services. My previous experience as a Helpline Administrator and as an Administrator/Personal Assistant has equipped me with the skills necessary to manage complex situations and maintain effective communication with diverse stakeholders.

My volunteer work at LWS Night Shelter has further solidified my commitment to social justice, where I provided emotional and practical support to individuals experiencing homelessness. I am passionate about creating a positive impact in the community and continuously seek opportunities to advocate for those in need.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Independent Sexual Violence Advocate

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North London Rape Crisis (NLRC)

Aug 2024 - Present (11 months)

Provided proactive crisis intervention, advocacy, and practical and emotional support to women who have experienced sexual violence. Supported survivors wishing to report or currently involved in criminal justice proceedings, ensuring awareness of their rights and access to key services.

Advocacy Communication

Helpline Administrator

North London Rape Crisis (NLRC)

Nov 2023 - Aug 2024 (9 months)

Processed referrals and managed accurate data entry, serving as the first point of contact for survivors and third parties. Provided emotional and practical support via the Helpline, ensuring safeguarding actions were taken and collaborating with other teams for smooth service operation.

Data Entry Administration Communication Referral Management Team Collaboration

Volunteer

LWS Night Shelter

Aug 2022 - Oct 2022 (2 months)

Provided emotional and practical support to individuals experiencing homelessness, including distributing hygiene supplies and safeguarding service users. Collaborated with other volunteers and staff to maintain a welcoming environment and assisted with administrative tasks like record keeping and data entry.

Homelessness Support Collaboration Record keeping Data Entry Inventory Management

Administrator/Personal Assistant to Director

Pure Support

Jan 2022 - Jul 2023 (1 year 6 months)

Organised personal and professional calendars, providing timely reminders for appointments and meetings. Coordinated large-scale events and conferences, while also creating engaging presentations, spreadsheets, and reports.

Calendar Management Event Coordination Data Reporting Administrative Support Microsoft Office Workflow Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Bath

Bachelor's Degree, Politics and International Development

Activities and societies: Acquired 9 GCSEs graded A-C, including English, Maths, and Sciences.

Undertook a Bachelor's degree in Politics and International Development. Completed a dissertation on ‘The Framing of Refugees in the UK’.

University of Bath

Master's degree, International Development with Conflict and Humanitarian Action

Activities and societies: Rewarded the Commitment to Learning Award.

Completed a Master's degree focusing on International Development with Conflict and Humanitarian Action. Successfully defended a dissertation titled ‘The Impact of Neocolonial Attitudes on Developmental Outcomes During the 2010 MINUSTAH Mission in Haiti’.