Devon Severson

Devon Severson currently serves as the Peace, Justice, and Security Program Coordinator at the Pan American Development Foundation since September 2023. Concurrently, Devon is the Managing Editor for Contours of Activism at the University of Minnesota Libraries, overseeing editorial processes focused on Latin American activism and cultural issues. Previously, Devon held roles at the Inter-American Dialogue, including Assistant Editor and Program Associate, where contributions included leading the Gender Initiative and managing multilingual content. Additional experience encompasses positions at the Human Rights Campaign as Training and Internship Coordinator, campaign management roles for political candidates, and organizing efforts for social causes. Devon holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Global Studies from the University of Minnesota, complemented by exchange and study programs in Puerto Rico and Peru.