Urban Analyst
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Yuna Chun

Yuna Chun is an Urban Development Analyst at the World Bank Group, based in Washington, DC. 

She works on global analytics and operational projects across regions, with a focus on urban development, tourism, and cultural heritage. With over 10 years of professional experience, her work brings together research, policy, strategy, and partnerships to advance sustainable and resilient urban development.

A Korean national, Yuna holds a B.S. in Commerce from the University of Virginia and an M.A. in World Heritage Studies from Brandenburgische Technische Universität, and a Certificate in Cultural Landscapes and Urban Resilience from Bauhaus-Universität Weimar.

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