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Sushmita Roy is an editorial intern at Global Citizen. She studied journalism and psychology at New York University. Her close friends and family started calling her “Sushi” before the dish became mainstream. Sushmita’s research interests include immigration, human interest stories, and social psychology. She passionate about advocating for gender equality and immigration rights.

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  1. Artículo: This 22-Year-Old Is Running From NYC to LA to Raise Awareness About Ocean Plastic
    Medio Ambiente

    This 22-Year-Old Is Running From NYC to LA to Raise Awareness About Ocean Plastic

    Por Sushmita Roy|15 de Julio de 2019

    Sam Bencheghib plans to run 20 miles a day, six days a week, for six months. Leer más

  2. Artículo: Miley Cyrus Says We Need to Treat Women and the Planet Better
    Medio Ambiente

    Miley Cyrus Says We Need to Treat Women and the Planet Better

    Por Sushmita Roy|12 de Julio de 2019

    "We just take and take and expect it to keep producing. And it's exhausted.” Leer más

  3. Artículo: 10 Colorful Photos of Strength and Resilience From Around the World This Week
    Ciudadanía

    10 Colorful Photos of Strength and Resilience From Around the World This Week

    Por Olivia Kestin  y  Sushmita Roy|12 de Julio de 2019

    From Pride marches to the US women's national soccer team's win, this week was filled with hope. Leer más

  4. Artículo: Mexico City’s First Female Mayor Pledges to End Violence Against Women
    Niñas y Mujeres

    La alcaldesa de Ciudad de México promete ponerle fin a la violencia contra las mujeres

    Por Erica Sanchez  y  Sushmita Roy|12 de Julio de 2019

    1,100 mujeres fueron asesinadas en México entre enero y mayo. Leer más

  5. Artículo: The Netherlands Turned 316 Bus Stops Into Homes for Bees
    Medio Ambiente

    The Netherlands Turned 316 Bus Stops Into Homes for Bees

    Por Sushmita Roy|11 de Julio de 2019

    Bees and other pollinators are crucial for the cultivation of more than 75% of the country’s crops. Leer más

  6. Artículo: 5 Ways Family Planning Is Crucial to Gender Equality
    Niñas y Mujeres

    5 Ways Family Planning Is Crucial to Gender Equality

    Por Sushmita Roy|11 de Julio de 2019

    Without adequate funding, the future of millions of women and girls is at risk. Leer más

  7. Artículo: India's Water Scarcity Crisis Disproportionately Affects Its Poorest Neighborhoods
    Agua y Saneamiento

    India's Water Scarcity Crisis Disproportionately Affects Its Poorest Neighborhoods

    Por Sushmita Roy|10 de Julio de 2019

    Those who can afford it still have access to seemingly unlimited water. Leer más

  8. Artículo: A Climate Disaster Takes Place Every Week Around the World, UN Says
    Medio Ambiente

    Cada semana ocurre un desastre climático en todo el mundo, dice la ONU

    Por Erica Sanchez  y  Sushmita Roy|9 de Julio de 2019

    Se estima que los desastres relacionados con el clima cuestan $520 mil millones al año. Leer más

  9. Artículo: Period Pain Causes 20% of Young Girls Around the World to Miss School, Study Says
    Educación

    Period Pain Causes 20% of Young Girls Around the World to Miss School, Study Says

    Por Sushmita Roy|5 de Julio de 2019

    Nearly 41% of girls reported decreased performance or lowered concentration in classroom. Leer más

  10. Artículo: Nestlé Launches New Biodegradable Snack Packaging
    Medio Ambiente

    Nestlé Launches New Biodegradable Snack Packaging

    Por Sushmita Roy|5 de Julio de 2019

    The move is part of the company's effort to make all packaging recyclable and reusable by 2025. Leer más

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