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Portfolio · 2025

Alexandra
Bradley

Sustainability Leader
Policy Advocate
Circular Economy

BA in International Relations with a minor in Economics from Boston University. Currently pursuing a Graduate Certificate in Corporate Sustainability & Innovation at Harvard Extension School.

Bridging the gap between global climate policy and local community action — from municipal zero waste planning in Cambridge to youth advocacy at the UNFCCC.

Circular EconomyClimate PolicyTextile RecoveryESGStakeholder EngagementStrategic CommunicationsData AnalysisEvent Management
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Experience
May 2025 –
Dec 2025

Run On Climate

Policy Fellow

Mentored a cohort of first-time policy interns, advised staff on task assignments by matching intern strengths to project needs, and delivered program-level feedback contributing to improvements in internship structure. Supported outreach events and community engagement.

LeadershipTeam CoordinationProgram Development
Aug 2024 –
May 2025

Run On Climate · Cambridge, MA

Policy Research Intern

Partnered with Cambridge City Councillor Patty Nolan to advance municipal climate goals. Contributed to the Zero Waste Master Plan, Climate Action Plan, and Building Energy Use Disclosure Ordinance. Conducted policy analysis on plastic waste reduction, building decarbonization, renewable energy, and sustainable transportation.

Climate PolicyStakeholder EngagementPolicy AnalysisMunicipal Government
Aug 2025
(1 month)

YOUNGO · Miami, FL

LCOY USA Youth Delegate

Drafted key climate policy demands for the National Youth Statement, incorporated into the Global Youth Statement at the UNFCCC's Conference of Youth (COY) and COP. Participated in panels and debates on climate justice, adaptation, and resilience.

UNFCCCClimate JusticeYouth PolicyInternational Relations
Oct 2024 –
Jun 2025

CT Recreation & Parks Association · Newington, CT

Administrative Assistant

Provided daily operational support, managed membership services, coordinated event logistics including vendor communication and on-site setup, and maintained website updates and internal communications.

Event ManagementOffice AdministrationMember Relations
Jun – Aug
2023

Investment & Pensions Europe

Economics & Finance Intern

Gained cross-functional experience across Events, Editorial, and Real Assets units. Supported the IPE 2023 Expert Forum on ESG investing and Net-Zero transitions. Authored finance news articles on pension schemes and investment strategies for publication.

ESGFinancial ResearchEditorialData Analysis
Education

Graduate Certificate

Harvard Extension School

Sep 2025 – May 2026

Corporate Sustainability & Innovation
Circular & Regenerative Economics · Life Cycle Assessment & Supply Chains

BA International Relations · Minor: Economics

Boston University

Sep 2020 – May 2024

BU International Affairs Association · Charcoal Magazine · Fabrio Magazine · The Buzz Magazine

GRI Certified Sustainability Professional

Global Reporting Initiative · Issued Jan 2026 · ID 172278534

Involvement
Aug 2025 – Present

California Product Stewardship Council

Statewide Textile Recovery Act Taskforce Member

Contributing to statewide policy efforts around textile recovery and extended producer responsibility.

Aug 2025 – Present

YOUNGO — UN Children & Youth Constituency

Member

The official children and youth constituency of the UNFCCC, advocating for ambitious climate action in international negotiations.

Jan 2025 – Present

Sierra Club

Communications Committee

Monitor and analyze engagement across Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky. Develop social media content promoting the monthly newsletter to increase visibility and reach.

Jan 2021 – May 2024

BU International Affairs Assoc. · BarMUN

Junior Crisis Staff Member

Worked in crisis debate committees, answering delegate notes and assisting with crisis updates. Assisted dais members for General Assembly and Specialized committees.

Sep 2022 – May 2024

Charcoal Magazine · Boston University

Photographer / Editor / Producer

Pitched, designed, and shot concept ideas for the magazine's quarterly publications.

Sep 2023 – May 2024

Fabrio Sustainable Fashion Magazine · BU

Photographer / Editor

Photographer and shoot designer on the Visuals Team. Assisted with set design, concept creation, and digital media production.

Sep 2021 – May 2022

The Buzz Magazine · Boston University

Writer

Authored online news articles for the magazine's digital publication.