Rebecca Harris

Rebecca Harris is a seasoned professional in environmental policy and conservation, currently serving as a Senior Conservation Associate at The Pew Charitable Trusts since February 2023, where responsibilities include supporting various projects related to marine life and climate change, as well as coordinating institutional representation at international conferences. Prior experiences include roles such as Research Associate at The Stimson Center, Government Affairs and Environmental Policy at the UN Environment Programme, and a Graduate Fellow with the United Nations, where engaging with sustainable development goals and conducting impactful research were key responsibilities. Rebecca has also contributed as a Research Assistant at Georgetown University and managed corporate partnerships at WE.org, overseeing significant funding initiatives. Academically, Rebecca holds a Master's degree in Democracy and Governance from Georgetown University and Bachelor's degrees in History and American Studies from the University of Sussex and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.