Katia Diaz

Katia Diaz is an experienced professional specializing in research, communications, and innovation, currently serving as an Innovation Manager at Commonwealth since March 2022. Katia's expertise includes conducting literature reviews, managing partner outreach, and coordinating report publications. Previous roles include Research Analyst & Grant Writer, Research Assistant at Teachers College, Columbia University, and various communication-focused positions at The Rockefeller Foundation and the U.S. Department of State. Katia co-founded Read Between the Minds, Inc., an e-mentoring program, and has supported the NYC Department of Health through social media strategies. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in International/Global Studies from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Journalism from Seton Hall University. Katia also has a background in Japanese language studies and holds certifications in diversity in journalism.