Shivani Kumar
About Shivani Kumar
Shivani Kumar is a Staff Writer and President of 4 Justice, with experience as a Legislative Intern at the U.S. House of Representatives. She has a background in Political Science from Emory University and has published research on blindness and parental incarceration.
Work at The Emory Wheel
Shivani Kumar serves as a Staff Writer at The Emory Wheel, where she has been contributing since 2020. In this role, she engages in reporting and writing articles that cover various topics relevant to the Emory University community. Her work helps inform and educate readers about campus events, issues, and initiatives.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Shivani Kumar holds multiple positions, including President of 4 Justice since 2020, where she leads initiatives focused on justice reform. She is also a Board Member at the Journal of Emerging Investigators, Inc, contributing to the organization's mission since 2020. Additionally, she has been a Legislative Intern at the U.S. House of Representatives since 2021, gaining experience in legislative processes and policy development.
Education and Expertise
Shivani Kumar studied at Emory University from 2019 to 2023, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Political Science and Government. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in public policy and governance, which she applies in her various roles, particularly in legislative and advocacy contexts.
Research and Advocacy Work
Shivani Kumar has conducted significant research on topics such as the misconceptions regarding blindness and the impacts of parental incarceration on children. She has published findings that highlight the challenges faced by blind individuals and has collaborated with members of the World Health Organization to address preventable blindness. Her advocacy efforts aim to raise awareness and promote understanding of these critical issues.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current roles, Shivani Kumar gained valuable experience as a Lead Intern at FAMM in 2021, where she worked for one month in Washington, D.C. She also served as a Legislative Intern at the Florida House of Representatives in 2020 for three months, where she assisted in legislative tasks and gained insights into state governance.