Pragya Tikku is an MPP student at the Max Bell School of Public Policy. She has extensive work experience as a development professional. In her recent role as a Consultant for UN Women India Office, she contributed technically to the development of programme strategies and provide substantive support in the area of Intergovernmental Processes, Inter-Agency Coordination, Humanitarian Response and Women, Peace & Security. Having graduated from Lady Irwin College with a Masters in Human Development and Childhood Studies, her expertise lies under programmes and policies for women and children. Her Research interests include Conflict-related Sexual Violence, Gender, Women, Peace and Security, Humanitarian Action, and Response.