Alison Meston

Director of Communications

Alison has in-depth experience in communications, policy and advocacy, gained through her work with global membership-based organizations such as the International Science Council, the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers, and the Red Cross. Her prior experience includes developing and executing communication strategies to advocate for science-based policymaking aimed at achieving the Sustainable Development Goals at multilateral and intergovernmental levels, notably with the United Nations and UNESCO.

Originally from Perth, Western Australia, she has post-graduate qualifications in Public Policy and International Law from the American University of Paris, Climate Change Management from the University of Edinburgh and holds degrees in journalism, education and the arts.