Louise Nylin

Louise Nylin is a seasoned professional in human rights and program development, currently serving as the Chief of the Political Analysis and Programme Development Unit at UN Women since March 2014. In this role, Louise oversees and ensures quality support for regional offices in Europe and Central Asia. Prior to this, Louise held the position of Head of the National Human Rights Institution Unit at the Raoul Wallenberg Institute, where leadership was demonstrated in managing projects across Africa and Asia. Experience at the United Nations as a Coordination Specialist involved human rights advocacy and coordination efforts, further enhanced through a significant tenure at UNDP focusing on human rights and access to justice. Academic credentials include a Master of Science in Gender and Development Studies from The London School of Economics and Political Science and a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Lund University.