Brief Biography
Simon is a writer, editor and proofreader within the IPPC Secretariat’s Implementation and Facilitation Unit. He writes news articles for the IPPC website, prepares meeting reports, and edits technical reports. He has more than 30 years of experience working in journalism, communications, government and international development. Simon was the New York correspondent for Time magazine, spokesperson for the United Nations World Food Programme in Sudan and press secretary to the Australian health minister. He has a master’s degree in journalism and a bachelor’s degree in philosophy. He's also the author of a best-selling biography on a Mafia boss. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, Simon has lived in the United States for more than 10 years.

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