This document summarizes the education and experience of Katie Petitt. She has a Masters in International Peace Studies from the United Nations University for Peace in Costa Rica and a Bachelors in Peace Studies from Whitworth University. Her experience includes working for various non-profits in the fields of international development, refugee services, and peacebuilding in locations such as Morocco, Ethiopia, and Washington D.C. She has experience managing programs, fundraising, and developing strategies.
Hot Jobs Assistant Director, Local Government & Community RelationsJustin Fiske
Job Announcement / UC Berkeley: The Assistant Director represents UC Berkeley before local government and community constituencies including city agencies and departments, city councils, mayoral offices, neighborhood and business associations, community organizations and the general public.
With a particular focus in Berkeley, the Assistant Director of Local Government & Community Relations is responsible for managing the Chancellor's Partnership Fund, the South Side Neighborhood Advisory Council (SNAC), and a select number of programmatic efforts that seek to improve Town & Gown relations. The Assistant Director will serve as the University liaison to ensure successful resolution of good neighbor concerns involving on campus and off-campus student housing.
The Assistant Director, will provide support in the successful launch and implementation of the University's Richmond Bay Campus (RBC) initiative, including facilitation of ad hoc work committees of the RBC Working Group.
To view application page: http://bit.ly/1pdPtvc
Since 2008, we have empowered over 400 youth with the global skills, experiences, and connections that can give them a competitive head start. In order to provide youth with these valuable experiences, we need the support from people like you to make contributions to our APSA Scholarship Fund. We welcome you to join our efforts by making a contribution and sharing this opportunity with others. Together we can grow our Impact Network to unite and empower more youth through studying abroad.
Our Impact Network is a community of diverse and vibrant people, socially responsible corporations and organizations across the US and around the world who value inclusiveness and cross-cultural collaboration.
To make an online contribution please visit: https://apsa.networkforgood.com/projects/11225-support-americans-promoting-study-abroad
For more information on becoming a donor or sponsor please email:
donor@apsaglobal.org
A former elementary school principal in RI and MA, Mark Prince now lives in Massachusetts, where he functions as assistant superintendent of Framingham Public Schools. To supplement his professional background in leadership and administration, Mark Prince maintains an active role in various professional organizations, including the National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE).
Americans Promoting Study Abroad (APSA) IntroductionJennifer De Rose
Underprivileged youth from lower-income communities face tremendous pressure and difficulties in order to achieve academic and career success. As the achievement gap continues to increase, we risk that more youth will be left behind.
We utilize studying abroad as a tool for youth empowerment and professional development. Our goal is to give underprivileged high school students from low-income communities a foundation and supportive network that inspires them to pursue their future goals and passions.
For more information please contact Jennifer De Rose or visit: www.apsaglobal.org
50 Years of History: The Consortium for Graduate Study in ManagementKurt Greenbaum
The Consortium is commemorating its 50th anniversary in 2016. Learn about the organization, the people who created it, the stories behind it and opportunities to cover this landmark moment in our nonprofit's life.
Speaking up, taking action to improve education for allEveryday Democracy
Across the country, people are concerned with how our children are doing in school. In Arkansas, the school boards association has been running “study circles” allowing local residents to weigh in on educational decisions in their community since 1998.
Hot Jobs Assistant Director, Local Government & Community RelationsJustin Fiske
Job Announcement / UC Berkeley: The Assistant Director represents UC Berkeley before local government and community constituencies including city agencies and departments, city councils, mayoral offices, neighborhood and business associations, community organizations and the general public.
With a particular focus in Berkeley, the Assistant Director of Local Government & Community Relations is responsible for managing the Chancellor's Partnership Fund, the South Side Neighborhood Advisory Council (SNAC), and a select number of programmatic efforts that seek to improve Town & Gown relations. The Assistant Director will serve as the University liaison to ensure successful resolution of good neighbor concerns involving on campus and off-campus student housing.
The Assistant Director, will provide support in the successful launch and implementation of the University's Richmond Bay Campus (RBC) initiative, including facilitation of ad hoc work committees of the RBC Working Group.
To view application page: http://bit.ly/1pdPtvc
Since 2008, we have empowered over 400 youth with the global skills, experiences, and connections that can give them a competitive head start. In order to provide youth with these valuable experiences, we need the support from people like you to make contributions to our APSA Scholarship Fund. We welcome you to join our efforts by making a contribution and sharing this opportunity with others. Together we can grow our Impact Network to unite and empower more youth through studying abroad.
Our Impact Network is a community of diverse and vibrant people, socially responsible corporations and organizations across the US and around the world who value inclusiveness and cross-cultural collaboration.
To make an online contribution please visit: https://apsa.networkforgood.com/projects/11225-support-americans-promoting-study-abroad
For more information on becoming a donor or sponsor please email:
donor@apsaglobal.org
A former elementary school principal in RI and MA, Mark Prince now lives in Massachusetts, where he functions as assistant superintendent of Framingham Public Schools. To supplement his professional background in leadership and administration, Mark Prince maintains an active role in various professional organizations, including the National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE).
Americans Promoting Study Abroad (APSA) IntroductionJennifer De Rose
Underprivileged youth from lower-income communities face tremendous pressure and difficulties in order to achieve academic and career success. As the achievement gap continues to increase, we risk that more youth will be left behind.
We utilize studying abroad as a tool for youth empowerment and professional development. Our goal is to give underprivileged high school students from low-income communities a foundation and supportive network that inspires them to pursue their future goals and passions.
For more information please contact Jennifer De Rose or visit: www.apsaglobal.org
50 Years of History: The Consortium for Graduate Study in ManagementKurt Greenbaum
The Consortium is commemorating its 50th anniversary in 2016. Learn about the organization, the people who created it, the stories behind it and opportunities to cover this landmark moment in our nonprofit's life.
Speaking up, taking action to improve education for allEveryday Democracy
Across the country, people are concerned with how our children are doing in school. In Arkansas, the school boards association has been running “study circles” allowing local residents to weigh in on educational decisions in their community since 1998.
En Julio de 2015 se celebró la Asamblea General de IFAF en Canton (Ohio) a la cual asistió un representante de la FEFA nombrado por el Presidente a tal fin, y con instrucciones claras de actuación. A continuación se adjunta informe de lo ocurrido en dicha Asamblea que terminó en una escisión de IFAF debido al "asalto al poder" de uno de los Vicepresidentes de IFAF. Se están manteniendo conversaciones para enmendar la situación, conversaciones de las que iremos informando según vaya llegado la información.
1. EDUCATIONKATIE PETITT
United Nations University for Peace - El Rodeo, Costa Rica
GPA 9.3
MASTERS OF INTERNATIONAL PEACE STUDIES 2014
BACHELORS OF ARTS IN PEACE STUDIES 2010
Whitworth University- Spokane, Washington
GPA 3.4
CERTIFICATE IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & SERVICE-LEARNING
Stellenbosch University- Stellenbosch, South Africa
2009
2016
EXPERIENCE
AMERICAN DELEGATE
Legacy International, State Department- Morocco
- Conducted workshops throughout Morocco on NGO strategies for 140+ young
nonprofit professionals and social innovators. Training topics included fundraising,
organizational storytelling, and social media.
- Acted as 1 of 4 American delegates in this US/Morocco civil society exchange.
- Learned from and advised 10 civil society leaders working on various issues
across Morocco.
GEIR- Washington, DC
- Conduct quantitative and qualitative reports on the relationship foundations have
with their grantee partners.
- Coordinate and hold in-person surveys with targeted grantee partners in the
NorthEast region of the U.S.
- Collaborate with other GEIR team members to compile report and present to
foundations, painting a clearer picture on the effectiveness of their funding and the
way they conduct their relationships.
CONSULTING ASSOCIATE 2016
Institute for Multi-Track Diplomacy- Arlington, Virginia
- Mentored ED on internal and external leadership strategies that reflect the
mission and vision of the organization.
- Created systems for organizational capacity building throughout programs,
including HR support for IMTD's 20+ staff.
- Planned and facilitated three day Fellowship Program training for 20+ with a focus
on holistic staff development and international partner interactions.
- Implemented M&E, MOUs, strategy and staff assignments in collaboration with
IMTD's intentional partners.
CONSULTING DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS 2016
PROGRAM MANAGER 2016
The Advocacy Project- Washington, DC
- Directed organization as one of two staff, managing the implementation of over
$300,000 of funds and the work of 30+ interns, fellows and contract workers.
- Developed and implemented strategy for this international grassroots development
organization to support capacity and peace building in post-conflict areas.
- Managed competitive fellowship program that paired graduate students with
international community-based organizations focusing on human rights in over 15
different countries.
- Oversaw logistical, human resources, accounting and development work of entire
organization, including original media/social media content, web-based advocacy,
and fundraising strategy and implementation.
- Fundraised and conducted outreach through panel discussions, Advocacy Quilt
exhibitions and gallery events, donor and alumni outreach. Raised over 16% of our
budget in donations and grew AP’s network substantially.
2. PEACEBUILDERS FELLOW
Center for Conflict Studies at Middlebury University- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Implemented field research about water conflict in Ethiopia with story-telling focus.
- Conducted over 40 interviews and traveled extensively around the country to
collect stories about water and community development.
- Published stories through multimedia blog, website, transcription and print media.
- Created all original writing, photos and videos, as well as co-designed publication
media.
- Maintained expansive professional network of agencies, individual activists and
actors, and relevant parties related to water issues in Ethiopia.
2014
YOUTH SERVICES COORDINATOR
West Town Academy at Greater West Town Development Project- Chicago, IL
- Assisted Principal/Director at urban high school for disadvantaged, dropout youth,
ages 17-21.
-Oversaw implementation of $1.5 million federal service-learning and community
engagement grant.
-Organized bi-monthly school-wide service-learning trips to various organizations
throughout Chicago for 200+ students and staff.
-Spearheaded youth internship program with local grassroots and community-
based organizations.
2012
2011VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
Heartland Alliance Refugee & Immigrant Community Services- Chicago, IL
- Recruited, trained, and managed volunteers for two separate services at
Heartland Alliance: Refugee Family Services and English language teachers for
adult learners.
- Grew volunteer program from a base of 40 volunteers to over 100 active
volunteers.
- Managed a caseload of 250+ refuge families providing wrap-around services, and
advocating for refugee rights in the community.
K-12 & ELDERLY CASE MANAGER
Heartland Alliance Refugee & Immigrant Community Services- Chicago, IL
- Coordinated quarterly ESL testing for 45+ youth.
- Maintained database for Jewish Federation Grant
- Taught parenting classes and managed quarterly assessments of adults in
classes.
- Co-founded, with other resettlement agencies, citywide ESL and parenting tests
and databases (1st of its kind in the US).
- United Iraqi community, refugee organizations, and Chicago Public Schools in
community development meetings and workshops to resolve persistent community
conflicts.
- Managed a case-load of 100+ refugee youth working with schools and Chicago
youth systems to make sure they were well integrated and supported in schools.
- Oversaw case load of 30+ people with disabilities and elderly refugees, advocating
for refugee human rights in healthcare services around Chicago.
2010
BONNER LEADER STUDENT DIRECTOR
Whitworth University's Center for Service Learning- Spokane, WA
- Supervised 25+ students and their unique service placements around Spokane as
they completed over 2,000 service hours throughout the 2009-2010 year.
- Coordinated group activities, retreats, and planned semi-monthly enrichment
seminar.
- Hired new Bonner Leaders and placed them into established positions around the
city.
- Designed new positions as needed with community partners and organizations.
- Oversaw cohort of Bonners who planned school-wide Urban Plunge and
Alternative Break trips – extended service-oriented trips for entire student body.
2009
3. CO-FOUNDER - FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Spokane, WA
- Co-founded community organization that hosted relational dinners with usual
attendance of 200+. Each event had the goal of inspiring interaction between all
sectors of society (students, professors, homeless, low-income, city-council
members, businessmen and women).
- Negotiated catering services and facility usage with multiple organizations
throughout city.
- Recruited and directed volunteer base of over 50, while advertising creatively and
extensively in region to build turnout.
- Program officially adopted and sustained by City of Spokane as an annual event
of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, and now is into its 9th
year of existence.
2007
SKILLS
Non-Profit Management, Event Planning, Fundraising, Volunteer Coordination,
Partner and Coalition Building, Training and Curriculum Development, Strategic
Development
katiepetitt@gmail.com
830-431-2743
Washington, DC 20001
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