Sustainability Expert · Climate Governance · Systems Thinking

Bringing people and evidence together to solve what matters most.🌿

Bringing people and evidence together to solve what matters most.🌿

I work at the intersection of research, policy, and action — helping organisations, governments, and communities navigate sustainability and climate challenges. With 16+ years of experience across 20+ countries.

I work at the intersection of research, policy, and action — helping organisations, governments, and communities navigate sustainability and climate challenges. With 16+ years of experience across 20+ countries.

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Explore My Work

Explore My Work

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Featured Projects

Work I am most proud of.

From civic technology in Asia to climate governance at the UNFCCC — a selection of projects where research, people, and action came together to create change.

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CheckMySchool

Civic tech platform, 4 Asian countries

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Better Climate Governance

UNFCCC/Paris Agreement

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Edukonek

COVID-19 education response, Philippines

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AINI Collaborative Solutions

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My Birthday Fundraiser 2026 🎂🥳

My Birthday Fundraiser 2026 🎂🥳

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This year, I’m celebrating my birthday a little differently.

Instead of gifts, I’m inviting friends, colleagues, and kind humans from different parts of the world to support two conservation efforts that are close to my heart: the Philippine Eagle Foundation and Saving the Wildcats.

The Philippine Eagle is one of the most powerful symbols of the Philippines’ forests, and the Scottish wildcat is Britain’s last remaining native wild cat species. Both are critically endangered, and both remind me that conservation is not just about protecting individual species. It is also about protecting forests, habitats, cultures, futures, and our relationship with the living world.

So this year, my birthday wish is simple: to gather small acts of care that can contribute to their protection.

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This year, I’m celebrating my birthday a little differently.

Instead of gifts, I’m inviting friends, colleagues, and kind humans from different parts of the world to support two conservation efforts that are close to my heart: the Philippine Eagle Foundation and Saving the Wildcats.

The Philippine Eagle is one of the most powerful symbols of the Philippines’ forests, and the Scottish wildcat is Britain’s last remaining native wild cat species. Both are critically endangered, and both remind me that conservation is not just about protecting individual species. It is also about protecting forests, habitats, cultures, futures, and our relationship with the living world.

So this year, my birthday wish is simple: to gather small acts of care that can contribute to their protection.

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Services

Three ways we can work together.

Research & Analysis

Baseline studies, policy analysis, systems mapping, and sustainability assessments · Qualitative and quantitative research methods · Data analysis and visualisation (ArcGIS, Power BI, SPSS, NVivo)

Strategy & Advisory
Speaking & Facilitation

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Services

Three ways we can work together.

Research & Analysis

Baseline studies, policy analysis, systems mapping, and sustainability assessments · Qualitative and quantitative research methods · Data analysis and visualisation (ArcGIS, Power BI, SPSS, NVivo)

Strategy & Advisory
Speaking & Facilitation
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Work With Me

Services

Three ways we can work together.

Research & Analysis

Baseline studies, policy analysis, systems mapping, and sustainability assessments · Qualitative and quantitative research methods · Data analysis and visualisation (ArcGIS, Power BI, SPSS, NVivo)

Strategy & Advisory
Speaking & Facilitation

Work With Me

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How I Work

A proven approach to sustainable change.

A proven approach to sustainable change.

Understand

Deep research and stakeholder engagement to understand the system, the people, and what really needs to change.

Design

Co-creating strategies and frameworks with partners — evidence-based, people-centred, and built to last.

Act & Learn

Supporting delivery, monitoring impact, and adapting as we go — because real change is never linear.

Understand

Deep research and stakeholder engagement to understand the system, the people, and what really needs to change.

Design

Co-creating strategies and frameworks with partners — evidence-based, people-centred, and built to last.

Act & Learn

Supporting delivery, monitoring impact, and adapting as we go — because real change is never linear.

Work With Me

Work With Me

About

How I Work: Systems Thinking · Participatory Research ·

  Evidence-Based Policy · Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration

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PhD Sustainability &
International Relations | 16+ Years 20+ Countries | £100M+ Managed

Microsoft Global Hero for Education (2012) | British Council Global Changemaker (2011) | Newcastle University Environment Award (2022) | Pride of Newcastle — Intern of the Year (2019)

My personal philosophy revolves around mindfulness, nature & curiosity. Apart from my professional pursuits, I am also a Plum Village meditation facilitator, a ·salsa dancer , a piano student · & nature walk organizer.

Jecel

Sustainability Expert & International Development Specialist

Insights

Questions people ask before working together.

Questions people ask before working together.

What kinds of organisations do you work with?

I work with governments, international organisations, NGOs, research institutions, and private sector partners focused on sustainability and development — across Asia, the Pacific, and the UK.

What does a typical engagement look like?

Every engagement starts with understanding your context and goals. From there we agree on scope — whether that is a research project, a strategy workshop, a facilitated dialogue, or a full programme design.

Do you work on short-term or long-term projects?

Both. I support everything from focused policy briefs and one-day workshops to multi-year programme management and research partnerships.

Can you work across different countries and contexts?

Yes — with 16+ years of experience across 20+ countries in Asia, Pacific, and the UK, I am comfortable navigating diverse cultural, political, and institutional contexts.

How do I get started?

Simply reach out via the Connect form below or email me directly at email@jecelcensoro.me. I will respond as soon as possible to arrange an initial conversation.

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Let's work together on what matters most.

Whether you want to commission research, develop a strategy, run a workshop, or invite me to speak — I'd love to hear from you. Fill in the form or reach out directly.

Collaborative and responsive engagement

Multi-stakeholder and cross-cultural expertise

Evidence-based, people-centred approach

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