Lydia Allen

Lydia Allen is an experienced Program Manager at Northern Virginia Family Service, overseeing programs that connect clients to primary care and prescription medication, with a strong background in health access navigation and health literacy education. Previously, Lydia served as Program Supervisor for the Medical Care for Children Partnership, managing operations for a service initiative for low-income children, and held various roles at Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, including Program Officer and Human Rights Award Coordinator, focusing on human rights issues in Latin America. Lydia's extensive experience includes work as a volunteer and intern in various organizations, emphasizing human rights, public health, and international development. Lydia holds a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Psychology from the University of Virginia, further complemented by studies at the University of Valencia.