Governance & board roles
Adviser, Multicultural Advisory Group
Provides advice and community perspectives to Christchurch City Council on issues affecting culturally diverse communities, contributing to initiatives that promote inclusion, civic participation, social cohesion, and equitable outcomes across Christchurch.
Member
Contributes local and scientific perspective to regional biosecurity planning and decision-making.
Treasurer
Oversight of finances and governance compliance for a national organisation representing 40,000+ Nepalese migrants in New Zealand.
Board Member & Oceania Coordinator
Represents the Oceania region on the IAPPS board, connecting Pacific plant-protection science with the wider international community.
Chair
Provides leadership for an international network of researchers, practitioners, and development professionals working to strengthen plant health, food security, and sustainable agricultural development through science, collaboration, and capacity building.
Executive member and Funding Lead
Secured $70,000+ annually for multicultural sports, cultural, and women's skill-development programmes.
Founding President
Established and led the university's Nepalese student community during graduate study.
Founding Member