Parnian Shiraz

Parnian Shiraz, MPP, currently serves as a Director at The Raben Group, having advanced from a Senior Associate position since July 2021. Previous experience includes roles as a Programs Intern at the Middle East Institute and a Graduate Research Assistant at the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab at American University. Notable positions at GirlForward spanned Development and Partnerships Manager, Donor Relations Manager, and Development Coordinator from May 2018 to January 2021. Educational qualifications include a Master of Public Policy from the School of Public Affairs at American University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, complemented by a Certificate in European Studies. Additional experience encompasses internships with the United Nations Foundation, Outrider Foundation, and the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, along with significant coordination and research efforts throughout various academic and professional environments.