Women’s History Month

The Leir Institute for Migration and Human Security highlights Fletcher alumnae who have made a significant impact both in their respective fields and within the Fletcher community. These interviews explore their professional work and the role Fletcher played in shaping their trajectories.

Christabell Makokha (F21)

Senior Director of Innovation, CARE USA

Interviewed by
Alyssa Scheiner (F24)

Daniella Burgi-Palomino (F15)

Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance Specialist, USAID

Interviewed by
Aamna Ahmad (F24)

Virginia “Gini” Staab (F22)

U.S. Department of State

Interviewed by
Avery Closser (F24)

Xanthe Scharff (F06, F11)

Founder and CEO, The Fuller Project

Interviewed by
Maliha Khan (F23)