Communications Officer
Anadya grew up in India, in a home where creatures of all shapes and sizes were always welcome. Inspired by her mother’s compassion in rescuing and caring for animals, she grew up with a deep-rooted empathy for nature and an early passion for conservation.
Upon completing her undergraduate degree in Sociology from Mumbai University, Anadya went on to receive training in Journalism and Mass Media. She combined her passion for the natural world and her skills in communication at her job as an Assistant Editor for a Conservation and Wildlife magazine in Mumbai. During this period, Anadya gained in-field experience as she reported on species ranging from migratory birds to elusive high altitude predators.
On one such field visit to a fishing village, Anadya was exposed to the challenges confronting marine ecosystems. Here she had the bittersweet experience of witnessing a juvenile green sea turtle rescue, carried out deftly by local fishermen. The complexities of the coast motivated Anadya to take up communication and outreach work for Dakshin Foundation, an organisation that dealt with issues of marine conservation and environmental justice in collaboration with communities along the coast of India.
Anadya then went on to pursue a Masters degree in Development Studies to better understand the complex interaction of developmental needs and sustainability.
Anadya joined ORP in January 2022 as the Communications Officer and helps in managing our external communications including liaising with partners, managing social media channels, updating website, e-learning platform and educational resources.
