Mercedes Yanora
Editor
Mercedes works for a higher education non-profit. She has a BA in History with a minor in International Relations from Saint Joseph’s University as well as an MA in South Asia Studies from the University of Pennsylvania. Apart from editing for Charged Affairs, Mercedes enjoys researching and writing on South Asian society and foreign policy issues.
Repatriating Women and Power: Pakistan’s Golden Opportunity
By Mercedes Yanora |
In 2019, 629 Pakistani women were trafficked to China as brides. This number has ballooned, prompting mass protests. Imran Khan's government can appease the public and win reelection in 2023 by repatriating these women.
An Ecosystem Approach to Child Dignity and Safety Online
By Mercedes Yanora |
In this interview, Dr. Joanna Rubinstein, CEO of Childhood USA, discusses the sexual abuse of children online. She advocates for a global system approach when combatting such violence.
Finding Peace Between the Wickets: Cricket Diplomacy in India and Pakistan
By Mercedes Yanora |
Given their shared love of cricket, India and Pakistan should find a way for their respective leagues to collaborate in a bid to thaw relations, improve infrastructure, and reap financial gain.
Q&A – “Science Diplomats Bring a Gender Perspective to Science Diplomacy”
By Mercedes Yanora |
Charged Affairs editor Mercedes Yanora spoke with four "science diplomats" about the importance of science diplomacy in foreign policy, and the need for greater gender representation in the field.
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Repatriating Women and Power: Pakistan’s Golden Opportunity
By Mercedes Yanora |
In 2019, 629 Pakistani women were trafficked to China as brides. This number has ballooned, prompting mass protests. Imran Khan's government can appease the public and win reelection in 2023 by repatriating these women.
An Ecosystem Approach to Child Dignity and Safety Online
By Mercedes Yanora |
In this interview, Dr. Joanna Rubinstein, CEO of Childhood USA, discusses the sexual abuse of children online. She advocates for a global system approach when combatting such violence.
Finding Peace Between the Wickets: Cricket Diplomacy in India and Pakistan
By Mercedes Yanora |
Given their shared love of cricket, India and Pakistan should find a way for their respective leagues to collaborate in a bid to thaw relations, improve infrastructure, and reap financial gain.
Q&A – “Science Diplomats Bring a Gender Perspective to Science Diplomacy”
By Mercedes Yanora |
Charged Affairs editor Mercedes Yanora spoke with four "science diplomats" about the importance of science diplomacy in foreign policy, and the need for greater gender representation in the field.