Elizabeth Shaughnessy

Elizabeth Shaughnessy is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in digital programs and data privacy, currently serving as the Digital Programmes Lead at Oxfam since October 2017. Elizabeth has also taken on a leadership role as AI Working Group Co-lead at NetHope since October 2023. Previous positions include Senior Data Privacy Analyst and Information Systems & Operations Comms Advisor at Oxfam, Researcher at the University of Oxford, and Senior Operations & Programming Specialist at C Space. Early career highlights include a role as Web Content Developer at Tripadvisor. Elizabeth holds an MSc in Global Governance & Diplomacy from the University of Oxford, a Foundation course in Computer Science from Harvard Extension School, and a BA Hons in English from UC Santa Barbara.