Research Objectives

I am driven by a deep passion to understand the intersection of climate change, environmental disasters, and human migration. I aim to contribute to the growing body of knowledge addressing how environmental shifts impact vulnerable communities globally. My research will focus on identifying sustainable, policy-driven solutions to mitigate the effects of climate-induced displacement, while exploring strategies for climate resilience and adaptation. Through interdisciplinary research, I also seek to advance the understanding of environmental justice and equity, ensuring that affected populations are at the forefront of policy and program development. My goal is to produce meaningful, scalable solutions that contribute to both environmental sustainability and human wellbeing in the face of climate challenges.

Research Interests

• Climate Science
• Sustainable Environment
• Coastal/Sea Level Change
• Environmental Policy and Justice
• Migration and Forced Displacement
• Political Ecology
• Geospatial Analysis

Education

• University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA – Master of Arts in Migration Studies, May 2024
• Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria – Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Control and Management, Oct 2017
• Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria – Bachelor of Science in Geology, Mar 2012

Professional Affiliations

• Member, Population Association of America (PAA)
• Member, Union for African Population Studies (UAPS)
• Member, International Union for the Scientific Study of Population (IUSSP)
• Member, Environmental and Climate Mobilities Network (ECMN)
• Member, Climate Mobility Africa Research Network (CMARN)

Professional Development

• Crossing Borders, Changing Lives – Universidad Loyola, Spain, Jun 2023
• Fellow, McGrath Graduate Fellowship Program – University of San Francisco, Apr 2023
• Leading Change through Policy Making – Future Learn, BRITISH COUNCIL UK, Dec 2021
• Hostmanship Advance Course – Nigeria Immigration Service, Abuja, Nigeria, Jan 2020
• Hostmanship Train the Trainers Course – Ministry of Justice, Repatriation and Departure Services, Netherlands, Oct 2019

Professional Experience

Boys and Girls Clubs of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA – Youth Development Coordinator, May 2023 – Present

• Coordinating the efforts of tutors and students in environmental improvement initiatives, significantly boosting community involvement and student engagement.
• Planning, designing, and executing educational and recreational programs to enhance learning outcomes and community ties.
• Creating an environment that promotes creativity and exploration, leading to enhanced student participation.

Aliya Chisti for City College Board 2024, San Francisco, CA – Campaign Manager, May 2024 – Nov 2024

• Developed and executed campaign strategies, oversaw fundraising, and analyzed voter demographics to target key constituencies.
• Built relationships with community organizations and stakeholders to strengthen voter outreach.
• Crafted messaging and talking points aligned with the candidate’s platform and served as media liaison.