Razieh is an experienced professional with more than two decades of expertise in marine and coastal conservation, spanning various sectors including government, academia, and the community. She holds a PhD in Marine Biology and currently holds the position of Biodiversity Officer at Iran’s Department of Environment, Research Center for Environment and Sustainable Development. Her commitment to marine and coastal conservation is evident through her active involvement in global and UN initiatives. She focuses her efforts on investigating the social and ecological aspects of marine and coastal resources.