Sarah Hegland

Sarah Hegland has a diverse work experience, starting with their current position as a Program Manager at Penny Appeal USA. Prior to that, they worked as a Manager, Writer, and Consultant at Wild and Mighty Stories from 2019 to 2022. From 2014 to 2017, they served as a Manager at Simple Gifts Syrup and Salmon. In 2013, they were a Project Manager at KHOI Community Radio. Sarah also worked as a Program Advisor at Project Hope from 2011 to 2012. In 2010, they were a Communications Consultant at Carana Corporation (USAID Market Linkages Initiative), and in 2009, they held the role of Projects Coordinator at UNDP. Additionally, they served as a Reporting Consultant and Training Facilitator at UNDP, BCPR in Geneva from 2007 to 2009, and as a Reporting Officer at the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq in 2007. Sarah started their career as an International Observer at the International Assistance Mission for Iraqi Elections in 2005.

Sarah Hegland has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Literature from Swarthmore College. Sarah also holds a Master of Arts degree in War Studies from King's College London. In addition, they have a Certificate in Arabic Language Studies from the University of Damascus and a Certificate in Maritime Studies from Williams College. The specific start and end years for each of these educational experiences are not provided.