Vinnie Kumala, Data Analyst
Postgraduate Certificate Student, Research Analyst | B.A., English Literature/Social Anthropology
Having worked in various industries over 4 years in office administration, project management support, and being a jack-of-all-trades person, Vinnie decided to return to school to pursue a career change to be a research analyst, and pursue her passion in working for causes she cares about through research.
Vinnie grew up in Indonesia, Southeast Asia where energy resources is a major and evolving industry. She believes that local communities must be actively involved in decision-making processes on energy resource development to ensure their livelihood and authority on issues that directly affect them.
Vinnie previously worked as an intern at Iron & Earth, and rejoined as a Data Analyst to support worker-led initiatives for climate solutions and engagements with local communities.
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