Fatimata Gakou

Fatimata Gakou is a skilled Community Engagement Specialist at Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area, focusing on supporting refugee and immigrant families through volunteer recruitment and training. Experience includes serving as a Cross-Cultural Communication Lecturer at Thelma Business School, where course syllabi were revamped and virtual classes were led in French and English. Prior roles at Hostelling International USA encompassed Community Affairs Manager, Community Engagement Coordinator, and Volunteer & Activities Coordinator, where significant contributions were made to promote cultural diversity and community outreach. Fatimata holds an M.B.A. in Human Resource Management and a B.S. in International Business from Strayer University and an International Baccalaureate in Social Sciences & Economics from Lycee Francais Theodore Monod in Mauritania.