Ashima Jha

"When youth are trusted with a seat at the table, they don’t just participate, they transform the discourse. I’ve seen it, lived it, and continue to build it." - Ashima Jha

Ashima Jha is a seasoned leader in Model United Nations and youth diplomacy initiatives with over a decade of involvement in global simulations and leadership forums. She has chaired, trained, and mentored hundreds of students across international Model UN and diplomatic simulation platforms, specializing in negotiations, policy drafting, and cross-cultural collaboration. Her approach blends diplomacy with practical leadership, enabling young delegates to grow into confident changemakers. She has served as the Youth Ambassador of The Diplomatic Club, India, and Diplomatic Expert for the Best Diplomats Academic Council. She also represents global causes as Sustainability Ambassador at SPSC and Global Peace Ambassador at the Global Peace Foundation (Dubai). Her work has earned her recognitions including the Global Youth Icon Award and Women Transforming Nation Award.

Alongside her leadership engagements, Ashima academically specializes in Biomedical Science, bridging science and diplomacy in addressing health, sustainability, and global governance. She is passionate about creating inclusive spaces where young people learn to lead, influence policy, and shape the future of international cooperation.