Leslie Ader

Leslie Ader has a diverse interdisciplinary background. She completed a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, History & Pre-Law at Lebanon Valley College, her initial M.A. in International Peace and Conflict Resolution at Arcadia University, and another in Nationalism Studies from Central European University. She also has fieldwork experience in Eastern Europe and the Balkans, working on advocacy projects for asylum seekers and disabled children. Her doctoral work with NCCR on the Move with the Swiss Forum for Migration and Population Studies with the Université de Neuchâtel examining the intersection of disability and Migration within the Swiss legal system in relation to various social rights (e.g. right to reside, family reunification, access to citizenship) and protections enshrined within various Human Rights Conventions. She also has work experience in advocacy for humanitarian affairs within the intergovernmental, and international non-profit organizations. Her most recent work focuses on inclusive humanitarian action and the application of the United Nationals Disability Inclusion Strategy (UNDIS) with Handicap International’s advocacy and Inclusive Technical Assistance Team