Jade Jones is currently working on her PhD at Cardiff University School of Law and Politics under the supervision of Dr Richard Caddell and Professor Elen Stokes. Previous research projects include a socio-legal critique of the EU seal fur regime and a legal evaluation of environmental protection provisions applicable to the area beyond national jurisdiction (ABNJ) under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Jade’s doctoral thesis is focused on the development of a legally binding and cross-jurisdictional network of Arctic marine protected areas (MPAs) – key research themes include the role of the Agreement on Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ), and the relationship between environmental conservation objectives and social equity considerations of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs) in the design and management of Arctic MPAs.

In her spare time, Jade enjoys weight training, craft projects and spending time with her pet hamster Winnie and new puppy Jett.