Nino is a research analyst at the California Center for Rural Policy. Her professional background ranges from a decade of work in international non-profit sector, to public and private higher education institutions in Georgia, Kuwait, and the United States. She has been involved in various research projects studying minority groups, marginalized and vulnerable population, internally displaced people, and refugees.

Nino holds an M.Ed. in International Education Policy and Management from Vanderbilt University, and a Ph.D. in Comparative and International Education from Lehigh University. She has authored dozens of academic publications in the field of education. Nino is a passionate researcher who loves to explore innovative ideas and pioneer thrilling practices.