Ketayoun Darvich-Kodjouri

Ketayoun Darvich-Kodjouri has extensive work experience in communications, advocacy, and strategy roles. In 1993, they worked as an International Programs Associate at the American Association of State Colleges and Universities. From 1998 to 1999, they were an International Programs Administrator at the Population Reference Bureau, managing a USAID grant and coordinating a coalition for reproductive health goals. From 1999 to 2005, they worked as a Senior Program Manager at the Communications Consortium Media Center. They then served as the Director of Communications and Advocacy at the Centre for Development and Population Activities (CEDPA) from 2005 to 2010, overseeing global communications and launching an advocacy program. From 2010 to 2013, they were a Vice President at Spitfire Strategies, where they developed messaging and communications strategies for foundations and non-profit organizations. In 2013, they became the Communications Director at the Children's Law Center, establishing a communications infrastructure and increasing media coverage. They then worked as a Senior Consultant at Strategy, Communications & Issues Advocacy from 2016 to 2023. Currently, they hold the position of Faculty at Black Women's Blueprint, Inc., where they design and deliver DEI/culture change trainings for non-profits. Additionally, they are set to begin their role as Vice President of Communications at Futures Without Violence in October 2022.

Ketayoun Darvich-Kodjouri completed their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Political Science from Indiana University Bloomington, where they studied from 1986 to 1990. Currently, they are enrolled in the Philanthropic Leaders Program at the Rockwood Leadership Institute, beginning in 2021.