About Us

Our staff of lawyers, communicators, and advocates leverage their proximity to Geneva-based institutions and credibility in international negotiating fora to strengthen international environmental law, counterbalance corporate power, and promote environmental democracy. CIEL-Switzerland has a particular focus on reducing toxic exposure and protecting human rights in the context of the climate crisis.


Our Staff

  • David Azoulay – Director
  • Giulia Carlini – Manager & Senior Attorney
  • Joie Chowdhury – Manager & Senior Attorney
  • Lama Dauvan – Office Manager
  • Bruna Diana de Almeida Campos – Senior Campaigner
  • Hélionor de Anzizu – Senior Attorney
  • Andres del Castillo – Senior Attorney
  • Sebastien Duyck – Manager & Senior Attorney
  • Francesca Mingrone – Senior Attorney
  • Camilla Pollera – Program Associate
  • Rossella Recupero – Communications Campaign Specialist
  • Niccolo Sarno – Media Relations Specialist
  • Marie Talaïa-Coutandin – Program Associate
  • Lien Vandamme – Senior Campaigner

The Center for International Environmental Law – Switzerland (CIEL – Switzerland) is a tax-exempt public utility association within the meaning of Articles 60 et seq. of the Swiss Civil Code with the mission to use the power of law to protect the environment, promote human rights, and ensure a just and sustainable society.