Natalie Fiertz

Natalie Fiertz is a research associate at The Stimson Center, focusing on the Climate and Ocean Risk Vulnerability Index (CORVI), aimed at aiding leaders in informed climate investments for coastal cities' safety and security. Previously, at The Fund for Peace, Fiertz served as programs manager, enhancing the Fragile States Index process and conducting vulnerability assessments, training in conflict early warning, and managing a project on mercury use in Ghana. Additional experience includes research roles at The Chicago Council on Global Affairs, Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, and other organizations, complemented by a Master’s degree in Public Policy from the Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago and a Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy Studies and Economics from St. Mary's College of Maryland.