Key Impact Points:
- Championing Diaspora Engagement: As Chair of the Global Jamaica Diaspora Youth Council (GJDYC), Asha Richards empowers young Jamaicans globally, leading innovative initiatives like the youth innovation challenge and contributing to the Jamaican Diaspora Conference.
- Award-Winning Leadership: Asha won the 2023 “Solving For Humanity: Global Youth Challenge for Human Development” for her proposal on collective remittances, presenting to UNDP HDRO President Pedro Conceição.
- Global Expertise: With experience at international organizations like the Mayors Migration Council, NED, and the Inter-American Development Bank, Asha brings a wealth of knowledge to advancing human development and minimizing inequality.
Dedicated to Human Development
Asha Richards, an advocate for global human development, leverages her Jamaican migrant upbringing to fight inequality and empower marginalized communities. As Executive Assistant at the Mayors Migration Council since March 2024, she plays a pivotal role in shaping policies that benefit migrants worldwide.
“Asha’s journey reflects her unwavering dedication to empowering communities and addressing inequalities globally.”
A Legacy of Leadership
As Chair of the GJDYC, established by Jamaica’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Asha Richards leads initiatives that connect and empower diaspora youth. Her contributions include coordinating the 10th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference and leading a youth innovation challenge.
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Her award-winning proposal on collective remittances for Jamaican development gained recognition at the United Nations, showcasing her innovative approach to leveraging resources for community upliftment.
Global Experience and Academic Excellence
Asha’s professional journey includes impactful roles at prominent organizations such as the National Endowment for Democracy, Net Impact, and the Inter-American Dialogue. Her capstone project with the Inter-American Development Bank addressed HR efficiency in the Jamaican public sector, reflecting her commitment to sustainable development.
Asha Richards holds a BA in Political Science and International Studies from Virginia Wesleyan University and an MPA in Development Practice from Columbia University, where she specialized in International Organization and Latin American Studies.
Her accomplishments position her as a rising star in the global effort to drive sustainable development and diaspora engagement.
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