Somia Asim

Somia asim

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location of Somia AsimLahore District, Punjab, Pakistan
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  • Timeline

  • About me

    GIS/RS Analyst | Environmental Researcher | Community Volunteer | Visionary Leader & Lifelong Learner | 2D/3D Designer | Animal & Human Rights Activist | Merging Technology & Creativity for Sustainable Solutions

  • Education

    • Aspire college lahore

      2016 - 2018
      Intermediate mathematics and computer science a

      Activities and Societies: Class Representative and Organizer I completed my Intermediate in Computer Science from Aspire Group of Colleges, Taj Bagh Campus, affiliated with BISE Lahore, in 2018. During this period, I gained proficiency in programming languages like C++ and HTML, achieving a strong academic record with First Division. This foundation equipped me with essential skills in software development and coding principles

    • Navid foundation high school

      2014 - 2016
      Matriculation biology/biological sciences a

      Activities and Societies: Class Representative

    • University of the punjab, lahore

      2018 - 2022
      Bachelor of science - bs geography a+

      Activities and Societies: Organizer and Volunteer: 1- Organized the annual Sports Gala as part of the organizing team for multiple years. 2- Coordinated and managed logistics for the 16th APGC (All Pakistan Geographic Conference) in the Department of Geography - University of Punjab, and Lahore College for Women University. 3- Member of the Geography Society or Geographic Society at the University of the Punjab. 4- Participated in environmental awareness campaigns and activities. I completed my Bachelor of Science (BS) in Geography from the University of the Punjab, Institute of Geography, graduating in 2022 with a CGPA of 3.73 out of 4.0. During my academic journey, I honed my skills in ArcGIS and R for spatial analysis and data visualization, undertaking projects such as hydrological modeling and watershed delineation in Panjgur District. My coursework included creating thematic maps on diverse topics like environmental zones, wildlife distribution, and historical… Show more I completed my Bachelor of Science (BS) in Geography from the University of the Punjab, Institute of Geography, graduating in 2022 with a CGPA of 3.73 out of 4.0. During my academic journey, I honed my skills in ArcGIS and R for spatial analysis and data visualization, undertaking projects such as hydrological modeling and watershed delineation in Panjgur District. My coursework included creating thematic maps on diverse topics like environmental zones, wildlife distribution, and historical trade routes. I also conducted a demographic field survey in Saidpur and Shahdara Villages, Islamabad, covering 20 households per village and contributed to comprehensive report writing. Alongside academic pursuits, I actively participated in organizing academic conferences, including the 16th APGC All Pakistan Geographic Conference, and cultural festivals, enhancing my leadership and organizational skills Show less

  • Experience

    • Wwf - pakistan

      Sept 2022 - Feb 2024

      During my tenure at WWF-Pakistan, I spearheaded several key projects leveraging Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support conservation and environmental initiatives:Land Use Land Cover Classification: Conducted a comprehensive analysis of Lahore District's land use and land cover changes from 1990 to 2020 using the Google Earth Engine JavaScript API. I developed compelling animations that illustrated Lahore's urban growth over three decades, which gained significant attention and were featured on platforms such as Twitter, DAWN, and SAMAA News.Blog Writing: Co-authored a blog titled "From Farms to Buildings: Three Decades of Lahore’s Urbanization," published on the WWF-Pakistan website, highlighting the urbanization trends and their environmental impacts.Story Map Creation: Developed a Story Map titled "Reviving the Indus Bhulan," which showcased WWF-Pakistan's conservation efforts for the Indus River Dolphin. This project was submitted to ESRI's Story Map Competition 2023, highlighting our dedication to biodiversity and wildlife conservation.Interactive Web Map Development: Developed interactive maps using the ArcGIS Online Platform to monitor spatial activities under various projects.My experience at WWF-Pakistan honed my skills in GIS analysis, environmental communication, and interactive mapping, and reinforced my commitment to leveraging technology for conservation and sustainability. Show less As a GIS Associate, I was involved in several key projects at the Richard Garstang Conservation GIS Lab. I developed a temporal change map to analyze "pre- and post-flood conditions in the Manchar Lake region", leveraging the Google Earth Engine JavaScript API and Landsat satellite data. I also designed a GIS-based poster titled "Indus River Dolphin - A GIS Perspective," showcasing the lab's contributions to dolphin conservation efforts. Additionally, I created comprehensive manuals for Google Earth Engine and MaxEnt, aimed at aiding various departments and students with fundamental concepts and practical applications. Show less

      • Geographic Information System Officer

        Jul 2023 - Feb 2024
      • GIS Associate

        Feb 2023 - Jun 2023
      • Geographic Information System Intern

        Sept 2022 - Jan 2023
    • Mahbub ul haq research centre (lums)

      Mar 2024 - now
      Research assistant

      As a Research Assistant at MHRC and LUMS, I support GIS and remote sensing efforts within interdisciplinary research projects. My role involves conducting spatial analysis and data visualization to uncover insights from complex datasets. By leveraging advanced tools like Esri ArcGIS, Google Earth Engine, and QGIS, I assist in creating detailed spatial models that contribute to our research objectives.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Arcgis online basics

      Esri
      Jun 2021
    • Getting started with data management - web course

      Esri
      Jun 2021
    • Getting started with spatial analysis - web course

      Esri
      Jun 2021
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer Staff

      Issued by Acquaint on Apr 2024
      AcquaintAssociated with Somia Asim
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan on Apr 2024
      Alkhidmat Foundation PakistanAssociated with Somia Asim
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Citizens'​ Climate Lobby on May 2024
      Citizens'​ Climate LobbyAssociated with Somia Asim