I am a Marine Biologist, National Geographic Educator, and PADI Divemaster with over 20 years of experience across secondary, post-secondary, and higher education. My professional journey spans multiple countries, including the Republic of Maldives, Eritrea, the Philippines, and India, where I have contributed to teaching, research, academic leadership, and environmental management.
Currently, I serve as Head of Environmental Studies at Finland International School, Maldives, where I design and lead inquiry-based learning programs aligned with Finnish and Cambridge IGCSE curricula. My work focuses on Blue Economy subjects, including Marine Science, Environmental Management, Biology, and Geography. I also collaborate with national agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency and the Ministry of Fisheries to implement educational and sustainability initiatives.
Previously, I worked with VSO International in the Philippines as a Marine Biology Subject Expert, leading Coastal Resource Management (CRM) and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) programs, with a strong emphasis on community capacity building and sustainable livelihoods. I have also contributed as Senior Manager in Marine Biology for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) projects in the Maldives.
In addition to my academic background in Marine Biology, I hold a second Master’s degree in Computer Science, with expertise in GIS, data analysis, and scientific data management. I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Education to further strengthen my pedagogical practice.
I actively contribute to global marine conservation efforts through associations with organizations such as the Shark Education Institute (Spain), Maldives Biodiversity, and the Marine Arctic Peace Sanctuary. I am also a Scientix Ambassador, promoting ocean literacy and environmental awareness across educational networks.