April 2024 Employee Spotlight - Celebrating Gaëlle Descloîtres!

Through our employee spotlight campaign, the SDSN showcases our amazing employees and volunteers to honor and celebrate the incredible strides they are making toward advancing SDSN's mission.

This month, we are spotlighting Gaëlle Descloîtres, Program Associate for the Networks team! We asked Gaëlle five questions about herself and her work at the SDSN. Read on to learn more.

Which SDG are you most passionate about?

SDG 13 - Climate Action!

What is the best part about working at SDSN?

I feel lucky to get along so well with my colleagues and to be able to develop lots of new skills, especially as a young professional.

What is something that you are proud to have accomplished while working at SDSN?

Being involved in event organization - it is when I truly feel our work holds the most significance and authenticity, as it allows us to share it with others.

In one word, describe the 2030 Agenda.

Empowerment

What is a fun fact about you? What’s something others might not know about you?

I grew up in Burkina Faso, Benin, and India, and I've cultivated a profound affection for sunshine!