Devni Wimalasena
About Devni Wimalasena
Devni Wimalasena is a People Services Coordinator at Arup and Women's Director at Melbourne University Law Students' Society, with a background in law and gender equality activism.
People Services Coordinator at Arup
Devni Wimalasena currently serves as the People Services Coordinator at Arup in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. She has been with the company since 2019, demonstrating her ability to balance demanding roles in human resources alongside her academic pursuits. Previously, she worked as a People and Culture Intern at Arup for 2 months. Her responsibilities include coordinating HR services and ensuring employee satisfaction within her organization.
Women's Director at Melbourne University Law Students' Society
Since 2021, Devni Wimalasena has been serving as the Women's Director at the Melbourne University Law Students' Society, located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. In this role, she focuses on initiatives that promote gender equality and support for female law students. Her tenure reflects her long-standing commitment to advancing social justice and equity within the academic community.
Legal Intern at iProbono
Devni Wimalasena is currently working part-time as a Legal Intern and Researcher at iProbono in London, England, United Kingdom. Joining the organization in 2021, she combines her roles in legal research with her Juris Doctor studies. iProbono provides her with a platform to engage with pro bono legal work, further enhancing her legal skills and making a tangible impact on issues of social justice.
Education and Academic Background
Devni Wimalasena holds a Doctor of Law (JD) from the University of Melbourne, completed between 2020 and 2022. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) with a Double Major in Politics and International Studies & Gender Studies from the same university, achieved between 2017 and 2019. Additionally, she was a Student in Residence at Janet Clarke Hall during her undergraduate years and attended Trinity College, the University of Melbourne, in 2016-2017. Her educational background is marked by a strong focus on law, politics, and gender studies.
Experience in Gender and Social Justice Advocacy
Devni Wimalasena is actively involved in gender equality and social justice advocacy. She participates in round-table discussions, serves as a speaker on various panel discussions, and facilitates workshops on these crucial issues. Her experience in this field dates back to her teenage years, demonstrating a long-term commitment to these causes. Her roles at organizations like the Melbourne University Law Students' Society and iProbono further highlight her dedication to advancing social justice.