
Freelance science and environmental writer
urban wildlife enthusiast
Photography
About Olivia

Olivia Ferrari is a freelance journalist based in New York City, with past lives in research, communications, and teaching. She has earned academic awards for her work on socio-environmental and urban issues. She has also written widely about physics, medicine, sustainability, astronomy, and evolutionary biology.
Olivia's writing has woven together scientific findings and human stories for nonprofit outlets and policy briefs.
Having lived in a few different countries and trained in social science research, Olivia is passionate about understanding and amplifying others' stories. She loves learning new things, and is committed to making science knowledge accessible to all. When she's not writing, Olivia likes volunteering with her local mutual aid organization, hanging out with her cat, and playing a large drum.