Merel Laauwen

Independent water and climate specialist with an MSc in Water Science, Policy and Management from the University of Oxford and a BSc in Environmental Sciences from Amsterdam University College.

Interested in improving global water security and environmental sustainability practices through a focus on systems-thinking and gender equality. Strong communication, leadership, and research skills. Demonstrated history of international experience, having grown up in Shanghai, China for 17 years, and having lived in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom for the past 6 years. Bilingual in English and Dutch, with intermediate abilities in Spanish and Mandarin.

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Merel is extremely competent, diligent, and capable of immersing herself in new technical areas. She enjoys learning and educating others. With her patience, thoroughness and perseverance, she is a real asset.
— Senior Researcher, International Water Management Institute