Ankita V.

Ankita V. has extensive experience in communication and public affairs, currently serving as a Speechwriter/Senior Advisor for Special Envoy for Global Youth Issues Abby Finkenauer at the U.S. Department of State since June 2024. Prior to this role, Ankita V. was the Deputy Communications Director and Communications Aide for Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez from April 2021 to June 2024. Additional experience includes a tenure as Marketing Manager for South Asian New York Fashion Week, Network Operations Manager at PRX, Talent Acquisition Coordinator for Warren for President, Legislative Assistant for Senator Sandy Pappas, and Communications Correspondence Specialist at the Office of the Minnesota Attorney General. Ankita V. holds a degree in Sociology and Anthropology from Carleton College, with minors in Educational Studies and Spanish.