Laiba Ahmad
l.ahmad1@lse.ac.uk
I am currently pursuing an MSc in Criminal Justice Policy at LSE, after completing my Master’s in Sociology from Jamia Millia Islamia and a Bachelor’s in Sociology from the University of Delhi, back in India. My academic journey has been driven by a deep interest in understanding how social structures influence human behaviour. This curiosity has led me to explore topics such as gender, labour in the informal sector, and the precarities of gig economy work. I’ve also had the opportunity to contribute to academic research through projects like “Gender and Work: An Intersectional Analysis of Women’s Employment Patterns” and my master's dissertation on digital capitalism and surveillance.
In my professional experience, I have worked as an HR Executive for two years, where I managed recruitment, employee onboarding, and engagement strategies. This role has given me an in-depth understanding of human resource dynamics, which I aim to leverage as I delve deeper into criminology and social policy. I’ve also gained hands-on experience through internships with organizations like the Center for Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies, where I analysed crime data and urban crime trends. My time with the Justice and Equality Foundation was especially impactful, as I worked directly with incarcerated women to document their experiences and organize legal awareness workshops.
Volunteering has been another important aspect of my journey. I’ve worked with the Youth Empowerment Foundation on fundraising projects and with the Empower Her Foundation, facilitating workshops on gender equality and domestic violence prevention. I’ve also been involved with community safety initiatives, where I designed and delivered workshops on personal safety and cybercrime prevention.
Photography and traveling are my creative outlets. My love for photography began during my boarding school days in Uttarakhand, where the mountains became a source of peace and inspiration for me. I continue to share my photography through my Instagram page, @oneframeatatime, capturing stories through visuals that resonate deeply with me. Traveling, especially solo, has been a transformative experience, teaching me about life, resilience, and connection.
As your student representative, I am excited to engage with everyone and ensure that your voices are heard. I am always open to discussing academic feedback, student life at LSE, or even photography and travel. Feel free to reach out to me anytime!