Sierra Hampton

Sierra Hampton is an experienced professional specializing in indigenous rights and social justice. Currently serving as an Indigenous Rights Research Assistant at the New Zealand Human Rights Commission since August 2017, Sierra conducted an independent evaluation of the UNDRIP 10th Anniversary Conference and drafted a strategic work plan for the New Zealand Independent Monitoring Mechanism on UNDRIP. Previous roles include Academic Lead Counselor for the Y-Scholars Program, where Sierra managed a socio-educational program for 200 students, and a Human Resources Intern at EBMUD, focusing on diversity and inclusion initiatives. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in International Development and Management from Lund University, a B.A. in Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and an Associate of Arts in Social Sciences from Columbia College.