Limabenla Jamir | |
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Born | |
Education | Delhi University, Duke University |
Occupation(s) | Social Entrepreneur, Peace Activist |
Known for | Founder of North East India International Model United Nations (NEIMUN) |
Limabenla Jamir is a youth leader, social entrepreneur, and peace activist from Nagaland, India.[1] She is the founder of the North East India International Model United Nations (NEIMUN), an organization established in 2013 to empower young people in Northeast India through leadership and diplomacy.[2][3][4][5]
Early life and education
[edit]Limabenla Jamir was born and raised in Nagaland, India. She pursued her undergraduate studies at Delhi University, where she developed a keen interest in social issues affecting her home region. She later received a Rotary Peace Fellowship to study at Duke University, where she earned a Master's degree.[6][7][8]
Career
[edit]After completing her education, Jamir returned to Nagaland[9][10] with the vision of addressing the challenges faced by youth in the region. In 2013, she founded the North East India International Model United Nations (NEIMUN), which became one of the first organizations of its kind in Northeast India. NEIMUN provides a platform for young people to engage in leadership, diplomacy, and social change.[11][12][13][14]
In addition to her work with NEIMUN, Jamir has been involved in various initiatives focused on conflict resolution, community development, and youth empowerment in conflict-affected areas of Northeast India.[15][16][17][18][19]
Recognition
[edit]Jamir's work in promoting peace and youth leadership has earned her recognition both nationally and internationally. She continues to advocate for the empowerment of young people and the importance of peacebuilding in conflict regions.[20][21][22][23][24]
References
[edit]- ^ "Meet The Young Woman Whose Organisation Is".
- ^ "Limabenla Jamir, Rotary Peace Fellow". Rotary Peace Center. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Marching Ahead to Resolve Conflict". The Tribune. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Nagaland to hold NE India International Model United Nations". NorthEast Today. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Rotary Club to Work with NE Students". Outlook India. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Limabenla Jamir, Rotary Peace Fellow". Rotary Peace Center. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Duke University Rotary Peace Fellows". Duke Chronicle. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Duke University's Rotary Peace Fellowship". NorthEast Today. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ Personage, The (2018-04-01). "Limaben Jamir". The Personage. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ PTI (2023-06-28). "NFI, SDGCC organise Young Leaders Training on SDGs". Nagaland Tribune. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Rotary Club to Work with NE Students". Outlook India. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "NEIMUN: A Platform for the Youth". The Better India. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "India, NEIMUN, and Youth Empowerment". NorthEast Today. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Nagaland Students to Participate in MUN in Delhi". The Hindu. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Rotary Club to Work with NE Students". Outlook India. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "NEIMUN: A Platform for the Youth". The Better India. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Limabenla Jamir, Rotary Peace Fellow". Rotary Peace Center. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Duke University Rotary Peace Fellows". Duke Chronicle. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Duke University's Rotary Peace Fellowship". NorthEast Today. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Limabenla Jamir, Rotary Peace Fellow". Rotary Peace Center. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Marching Ahead to Resolve Conflict". The Tribune. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Nagaland to hold NE India International Model United Nations". NorthEast Today. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "Rotary Club to Work with NE Students". Outlook India. Retrieved 2024-08-21.
- ^ "NEIMUN: A Platform for the Youth". The Better India. Retrieved 2024-08-21.