Samantha Cooke

Samantha Cooke is an experienced program assistant currently supporting a $19 million USAID initiative at Equal Access International focused on countering violent extremism in Côte d'Ivoire. Responsibilities include managing budgets, organizing project reports for USAID, and engaging in field operations. Previous roles include serving as a VNR Analyst for UNICEF, where analysis of country reports and creation of presentations took place, and communications positions at various organizations, including Relief International and the International Crisis Group. Samantha holds a degree from Syracuse University's Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs and has developed expertise in communication, project management, and advocacy throughout various internships and roles in international development and humanitarian sectors.