Bio
Juliana Phaomei is pursuing a Master’s in Public and Urban Policy at The New School, where she focuses on policy research, inclusive planning, and equitable urban development. She also holds a Master’s in Social Work from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences in Mumbai, with a specialization in livelihoods, social innovation, and community development. Juliana brings several years of experience in the nonprofit sector and academic research across rural and urban contexts in Northeast India, focusing on social policy, marginalization, and local development strategies. In New York City, she serves as a voluntary Program Coordinator with the Interfaith Assembly on Homelessness and Housing, working directly with unhoused clients, city agencies, and community members to address housing needs and strengthen social support systems. Her professional and academic experiences inform her focus on historically marginalized communities, particularly migrant families, informal workers, and those facing housing insecurity. Outside of her work, Juliana enjoys making music, exploring culinary cultures, researching textiles, and writing. Her combined training in social work and urban policy guides her commitment to fostering inclusive, equitable, and sustainable urban development that uplifts vulnerable populations.
