Lavinia Bhaskaruni

Lavinia Bhaskaruni is an accomplished legal professional currently serving as a Staff Attorney at the Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation, where Lavinia provides legal representation for clients facing housing issues and participates in community initiatives. Additionally, Lavinia serves as a Research Assistant at the Global Network for the Study of Human Rights and the Environment, contributing to significant projects related to the Escazú Agreement and climate litigation. With prior experience in legal internships at prestigious organizations such as UNDP and The Legal Aid Society of NYC, as well as academic research roles at McGill University, Lavinia has developed a strong foundation in international law and advocacy. Lavinia holds a Master of Laws from McGill University, a Doctor of Law from Albany Law School, and a Bachelor of Commerce from Concordia University.