We’re proud to introduce Devira Sari, one of our 2026 Kirby Edmonds Fellows! Devira Sari is a Master’s student in Human Rights Studies at Columbia University whose work bridges grassroots advocacy and global policy across Indonesia, Japan, and the United States, with a focus on business and human rights, Indigenous rights, climate justice, and education. Her advocacy began in rural Indonesia, where she founded the Period Poverty Project, bringing reproductive health education and women’s health rights to marginalized young women and girls, deepening her commitment to human rights education as a tool of empowerment. As a Kirby Edmonds Summer Fellow with HRE USA, she is expanding her expertise in community engagement, public policy, and human rights advocacy at both domestic and international levels.
Background: Advocacy work began in Indonesia, founded the Period Poverty Project, bringing reproductive health education and women’s health rights to marginalized young women and girls
Degree: Master’s student in Human Rights Studies, Columbia University
Focus: Business and human rights, Indigenous rights, climate justice, and education
Experience: Grassroots advocacy and global policy work spanning Indonesia, Japan, and the United States
Edmonds Project: Expanding HRE USA’s membership and fundraising
Read the full bio of our Edmonds Fellows at https://hreusa.org/current-fellows-and-research-scholars/
Her work embodies the spirit of Kirby Edmonds’ legacy—empowering the next generation of human rights educators through hands-on leadership experience.Donate today and be the reason for a just future and equitable education!
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