Jessica Smyth

Jessica Smyth is a highly experienced professional in program management and facilitation, currently serving as a Senior Program Manager at WorldStrides since October 2018. Prior roles include Program Manager and Program Coordinator within the same organization. Jessica's experience also encompasses work as a Program Facilitator at Girls Inc. of Santa Fe, where skills in designing and facilitating gender-specific programming were leveraged, along with competencies in communication, conflict resolution, and trauma-informed care. Previous positions include roles such as Executive Assistant and Logistics Coordinator at Initiatives of Change and CAUX - Initiatives of Change Foundation, where organizational and operational support was provided for international events and traineeships. Additionally, Jessica has a background in research with ActionAid India and has cultivated a foundation in ecological conservation and hospitality through experiences with The Mountain Institute. Academic credentials include a Master’s Degree in Global Studies from the University of Freiburg and dual Bachelor's Degrees in Geography and Humanities, Science, and Environment from Virginia Tech.