Email Address: hm3435@nyu.edu
Name: Hillary Monastero
Hometown: Toronto, Canada
BA institution and degree: BA in Anthropology and Sociology at the University of Ottawa
MA institution and degree: NYU Steinhardt, Human Development Research and Policy
Research Interests: I am interested in conducting research to further understand the experience of marginalized groups in society, and the ways in which policy development can better support them.
Career Goals: I would like to work with the Government of Canada to utilize the skills I learned in my undergrad and MA to help create and foster social change.
Why HDRP? I chose to enroll in this program to better understand the lived experiences of individuals that are underprivileged and marginalized. Furthermore, this program provides a practical element via an internship that allows for advancements in professional development!