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• Provides technical assistance and develops policy impact strategies related to gender, forced displacement, early childhood development, and education• Manages staff and several projects across portfolio, working with professionals from various countries and senior leadership • Researches and writes policy briefs, evidence reviews, and other policy communications materials to influence policy and programming• Proactively maintains and deepens relationships with government, NGO, and foundation partners• Develops program strategies and spearheads associated business development materials such as concept notes and grant proposals

Greater New York City Area

• Provided writing and editing for press releases and media pitches, placing articles in numerous outlets including Business Insider, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, CNBC, CNN Money and the Chicago Tribune• Created social media content for corporate clients • Developed briefing documents

Greater New York City Area

• Prepared research, analysis, and briefing notes in preparation for meetings, interviews, and events.• Managed or engaged on a variety of projects including strategic planning and advocacy initiatives• Managed Board of Director and Committee meetings• Wrote communications materials for the CEO including blog posts, statements, social media,correspondence, and stewardship letters• Oversaw start-to-finish facilitation of all the CEO’s meetings, interviews, events, and travel

Cape Town Area, South Africa

The GHJRU is an interdisciplinary research unit that unites scholars, NGOs and practitioners to develop and implement innovative, interdisciplinary research and social interventions on social exclusion and violence• Researched and co-authored a publication on violence against women and children in South Africa that received a 'Best of UNICEF Research' Award, a recognition of an outstanding piece of research commissioned orsupported by UNICEF • Provided research, writing, and editorial support to Senior Researchers on projects relating to violence against women and improving healthcare and justice systems for victims of crime and human rights violations • Drafted and edited materials for grant applications and the GHJRU’s website

Cape Town Area, South Africa

PASSOP is a South African community-based, non-profit organization devoted to African asylum seekers, refugees, and immigrants.• Monitored news and policy developments for refugees and asylum seekers in South Africa• Created a simplified guide to land and housing rights and policies for refugees and asylum seekers • Wrote and edited stories for newsletter• Provided administrative support

Master’S Degree, Justice And Transformation (Department Of Political Studies), With Distinction

Masters of Philosophy in Justice and Transformation, an interdisciplinary degree focused on transitional justice and human rights.

B.A., Political Science

Activities and Societies: Captain, NCAA Division III Field Hockey Team; Vassar Prison Initiative