Joanna Sylwester

Joanna Sylwester is the Head of Global Engagement - Social Responsibility at Amazon, with a background as a U.S.-trained attorney and a focus on human rights policy and corporate social responsibility. Joanna has contributed to various initiatives in sustainable business strategy and ethical sourcing, advocating for positive environmental change through strategic partnerships. Earlier in their career, Joanna held legal researcher positions at NewCourse Strategies, LLC and the Washington Business Alliance, where they analyzed environmental laws and gender dynamics in resource management. Joanna earned a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from the University of Washington School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Colorado College, as well as a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation from the same institution.