Caya HEIN

Caya Hein is the North American representative for AIVP North America, where she is dedicated to strengthening relationships between ports and their surrounding communities. Her mission is to promote sustainable development and implement the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Port Cities.

Previously, she actively coordinated AIVP's participation in the MAGPIE project, dedicated to the development of green and smart ports. She also led the development of an AIVP-exclusive self-assessment tool, linked to the 2030 Agenda, thus helping port authorities and municipalities to assess and improve their environmental sustainability practices.

Caya Hein has a rich academic background. She holds a Master's degree in International and Comparative Law, specializing in Environmental Law and Climate Change Policy, from the University of Eastern Finland. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in Global Politics and International Justice from Leiden University College in The Hague. This multidisciplinary background provides her with a strong foundation in environmental law, public policy, and international governance.