Melody Zavala currently serves as a Library Assistant at San Mateo County Libraries, having joined in November 2023. Prior experience includes a long tenure at The Asia Foundation, where Melody held multiple leadership roles, including Senior Advisor, Senior Director of Education Programs, Director of Books for Asia, and Operations & Engagement Manager for the Books for Asia program. Throughout this period, Melody provided strategic oversight, built partnerships with diverse stakeholders, and managed significant educational and book distribution initiatives. Earlier experience as Country Director for Catholic Relief Services in Russia involved spearheading humanitarian efforts, while previous roles at CRS included managing grants and programs in India, focusing on disaster response and community aid. Education credentials include a Master's degree in International Relations and Public Affairs from Columbia University and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government from UCLA.
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