Talya Swissa

Talya Swissa is an experienced engagement manager specializing in social transformation, with a focus on human rights and gender, currently working at the World Benchmarking Alliance since March 2020. Previously, Talya served as a business and human rights consultant at the International Federation for Human Rights from September 2017 to March 2020, overseeing the ethical fund Libertés & Solidarité and developing methodologies for responsible investment. Talya's career includes research roles at the South Asian Centre for Legal Studies and Human Rights Watch, addressing issues related to victim protection, business operations in conflict-affected areas, and international law violations. Talya's educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Human Rights and French and Francophone Studies from Columbia University, as well as a Master's degree in Human Rights and Humanitarian Action from Sciences Po.