Alana Barton

Alana Barton has a diverse work experience that spans multiple organizations. In 2008, they worked as a Freelance Editor for ISI Books and Churchill College until 2010. From 2009 to 2017, they held the position of Senior Program Manager at the International Women's Media Foundation, where they led programs, advocacy, and research to support journalists and amplify their work. In 2018, Barton joined the Population Reference Bureau as the Director of Media Programs, where they designed and implemented programs to enhance news coverage about health and health systems. Their most recent role was as a Training and Curriculum Development Consultant at Blumont, Inc. in 2023, where they developed a digital advocacy training program for Afghan civil society organizations, wrote a curriculum, and conducted trainings. Overall, Barton has a strong background in media programs, advocacy, research, and training development.

Alana Barton has a diverse education history. Alana attended the University of Alaska Anchorage where they pursued a degree in Political Science with a focus on International Relations. Additionally, at the same university, they studied Journalism with a specialization in Print Media. Alana also had the opportunity to study at the Université de Paris-Sorbonne (Paris IV), where they focused on History and Language.

In addition to their formal education, Alana has obtained certifications in Hostile Environments and First Aid Training (HEFAT) through Global Journalist Security. The specific dates of when they obtained these certifications are not provided.