Cosette Cordova
B.A. Student, Public Policy & Leadership and Religious Studies
Cosette Cordova (Class of 2026) focuses on international security and diplomacy, with particular interest in how religion and culture shape global policy and humanitarian work.

Kate Hatley
B.A. Student, Public Policy & Leadership and Foreign Affairs
Kate Hatley (Class of 2026) is interested in humanitarianism and Middle Eastern politics, with a focus on ethical challenges in international development and strengthening local participation in global programs.

Kendall Hyer
B.A. Student, Public Policy & Leadership and Global Development Studies
Kendall Hyer (Class of 2026) focuses on global development and urban communities, with special interest in amplifying marginalized voices to directly inform policy response.

Sanjana Jaiswal
B.A. Student, Public Policy & Leadership and Media Studies
Sanjana Jaiswal (Class of 2026) focuses on global health and international development, with an interest in innovative approaches to U.S. foreign aid and policy communication.

Amelia Johnson
B.A. Student, Public Policy and English
Amelia Johnson (Class of 2027) is interested in education and climate policy, with a focus on bridging policy and storytelling through journalism and editorial work.

Hiba Khan
B.A. Student, Public Policy & Leadership
Hiba Khan (Class of 2026) is interested in applying data-driven approaches to challenges in international development and public policy.

Grace Theriot
B.A. Student, Public Policy & Leadership and Jewish Studies
Grace Theriot (Class of 2026) focuses on humanitarianism, education, and policy responses to mass violence, informed by her work in historical and global contexts.

Lacey Wortzel
B.A. Student, Public Policy & Leadership and Foreign Affairs
Lacey Wortzel (Class of 2026) is interested in disaster response, human rights, and the use of emerging technologies in humanitarian contexts.

Gabriella Bartlett
M.P.P. Candidate
Gabriella Bartlett focuses on humanitarian aid and international development, with particular interest in access to education. Her work combines policy analysis, journalism, and international field experience.

Elisabeth Doty
M.P.P. Candidate
Elisabeth Doty focuses on environmental and social policy, with an emphasis on inclusive and human-centered approaches to sustainability. Her work spans policy research, journalism, and community-based initiatives.

Phoebe Helms
M.P.P. Candidate
Phoebe Helms focuses on energy, infrastructure, and environmental policy, with an interest in international development. She is particularly interested in combining storytelling with technical policy analysis.

Chiara Purificato
M.P.P. Candidate
Chiara Purificato focuses on immigration and refugee policy, with experience in advocacy and community-based humanitarian work. She is interested in bridging policy and language in global contexts.

Pacific Rwanika
M.P.P. Candidate
Pacific Rwanika focuses on international development, migration, and healthcare policy. His work centers on addressing structural inequalities, including access to healthcare.

Grace Shawah
M.P.P. Candidate
Grace Shawah focuses on international development and U.S.–Middle East relations, with experience in policy research and international engagement. Her work spans government and nonprofit sectors.

Allaire Tetrault
M.P.P. Candidate
Allaire Tetrault focuses on feminist policy and gender-responsive humanitarian action. She is committed to advancing equity and amplifying marginalized voices in policy decision-making.

Lauren Yeboah-Kodie
M.P.P. Candidate
Lauren Yeboah-Kodie focuses on feminist approaches to humanitarian and development work, with a particular interest in the African context. She is passionate about using historical perspectives to inform policy.

Lara Howell
B.A., University of Virginia (2025), M.Div. Candidate, Duke University
Lara Howell focuses on the intersection of religion, humanitarianism, and food systems. Her work explores how faith-based networks shape humanitarian response and community resilience.

Melissa Boucher
Alumni Practitioner Fellow
Melissa Boucher is a social impact consultant and founder of Boucher Impact Co., where she works with mission-driven organizations to strengthen programs, fundraising, and operations. She brings extensive experience in international development and civil society.

Anna Grace Calhoun
Alumni Practitioner Fellow
Anna Grace Calhoun focuses on humanitarian relief, recovery, and reconstruction, with experience supporting operations in complex emergency settings, including in Ukraine. Her work spans project management, procurement, and monitoring and evaluation, with an emphasis on collaborative leadership and evidence-based humanitarian response.

Madison Cohen
Alumni Practitioner Fellow
Madison Cohen works in the U.S. Department of State, focusing on immigration policy and services for American citizens. She has prior experience supporting refugee populations through federal humanitarian programs.

Baillie McNitt
Alumni Practitioner Fellow
Baillie McNitt is a humanitarian consultant with a passion for applied history. She designs monitoring systems that build accountability and drive continuous learning.

Jule Voss
Alumni Practitioner Fellow
Jule Voss focuses on humanitarian assistance and data-driven policy, with experience supporting global crisis responses through USAID. Her work spans multiple international contexts, including Afghanistan, Ukraine, and the West Bank.

Sara Abbas
Humanitarian Practitioner Fellow
Sara Abbas is a co-founder of Nabta and a leader in feminist humanitarian policy and crisis response. Her work focuses on supporting locally led organizations and rethinking aid systems in conflict-affected contexts.

Charles Bradley
Humanitarian Practitioner Fellow
Charles Bradley is a postdoctoral fellow at the Zolberg Institute on Migration and Mobility at The New School. His work focuses on education in humanitarian contexts, with experience conducting research and evaluations for organizations including UNICEF, Sesame Workshop, and the International Rescue Committee.

Amel Gorani
Humanitarian Practitioner Fellow
Amel Gorani is an international development and inclusion specialist with over 25 years of experience in humanitarian aid and gender equity. She co-leads a feminist consultancy focused on strengthening organizations in conflict-affected regions.

Kate Katch
Humanitarian Practitioner Fellow
Kate Katch is an impact storyteller with nearly 20 years of experience in humanitarian policy and communications. She specializes in translating complex issues into compelling narratives that drive action.

Mark Slezak
Humanitarian Practitioner Fellow
Mark Slezak is a data and strategy expert focused on applying data-driven approaches to humanitarian systems. His work includes developing early warning systems and risk analysis tools for global crises.

Jeanne Ward
Humanitarian Practitioner Fellow
Jeanne Ward is a global expert on gender-based violence in humanitarian settings. She provides technical leadership, research, and training to organizations and governments worldwide.