Garima Singh

I’m Garima Singh, a graduate in Biological Sciences with a minor in International Relations from Sai University, Chennai. Originally from North India, I moved south for my undergraduate studies, where my interests found grounding at the intersection of life sciences, policy research, and sustainability. Outside of class I do sketching, singing, practicing my creative writing and backpacking.

My journey with the Global Maritime Accord began through a course I took at Sai University on Global Security Challenges with Sherman. As part of that course, I wrote a paper on IUU (Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated) fishing, which sparked my deep interest in ocean sustainability. To dive more into the field, Sherman helped me connect with the Global Maritime Accord, where I was fortunate to intern. During my time as an intern, I attended expert-led webinars, learnt so much from the experiences, helped prepare concise summaries for the team, and contributed to research papers. I learned how to support webinar logistics, assist with social media outreach, and most importantly, engage in meaningful conversations with professionals in the field. Learning directly from experienced maritime leaders, and those moments deeply shaped my understanding of maritime governance.

Now an alumna of the program, looking forward to higher studies in the field, I carry with me not just technical skills in research and communication, but a renewed passion for environmental policy and ocean sustainability. The experience aligns directly with my future goals—to work in the field of environmental governance, and potentially within sustainability forums. I owe much of this journey to Sherman, whose mentorship, warmth, and unwavering belief in young voices continue to inspire me. The Global Maritime Accord remains a space of learning, connection, and purpose—and I am grateful to have been a part of it.

Looking forward to learning more.

Warmly,
Garima