Awa Diagne Lo

Chicago, Illinois, United States  [email protected]  +1 831 275 86 41   in/awadiagnelo/   www.thewoloftranslator.com

SUMMARY

Experienced language professional with a strong background in international governance and diplomacy, an expertise and training in translation, interpretation, and localization in French, English, and Wolof. Proven track record in interpreting for high-level meetings, managing complex translation projects, developing linguistic resources, fostering cross-cultural communication, and language instruction. Demonstrated ability to thrive in high-pressure, international environments with cultural awareness. Seeking a challenging in-house role to leverage my linguistic skills, cultural competence, and passion for communication and technology.

EDUCATION

MA in Translation – French: A / English: B

Minor in Localization • Middlebury Institute of International Studies • Monterey, CA, US • 2023

• Relevant Courses: Advanced Translation (French & English), Consecutive Interpretation (French & English), Simultaneous Interpretation (French & English), Translation Technology, Localization Project Management, Desktop Publishing (DTP).

MA in International Governance and Diplomacy

Minor in International Project Management • Sciences Po Paris • Paris, France • 2019

Relevant Courses: International Policy Analysis, International Political Economy, International Law, Diplomacy and Foreign Policy, Public Policy Evaluation, Management and Leadership

Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences – Political Science, Economics, and Law

Sciences Po Paris • Paris, France • 2017

EXPERIENCE

Resume Highlight

• UNEP/International Alliance of Wastepickers (IAWP): Provided simultaneous interpretation in 2023 and 2004 (French and Wolof) for all IAWP monthly working group meetings on just transition, the rights of grassroot wastepickers, indigenous peoples' rights, UN Plastic Treaty negotiations, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws, and sustainable plastic management.

Translation deliverables: - IAWP Constitution  / - Resolutions and Amendments of the IAWP Congress 2024

• Praia Group Meetings/UNHCR/UNOG: Provided simultaneous interpretation services in French and English on Governance Statistics, facilitating pivotal discussions on the development of statistical methodologies for governance, peace, and security, in alignment with SDG 16.

Staff French Translator and Interpreter

Lions Clubs International                                                                                                    November 2023 – Present, Chicago, IL