Rachel J. Boakye

Rachel J. Boakye is a skilled research analyst currently working at the United States Institute of Peace in the Africa Center since May 2023, following a role as a research assistant in the same department. Prior experience includes a practicum at IOM - UN Migration, a research assistant position at Global Development Strategies LLC, and a fall internship at the U.S. Department of State. Additionally, Rachel has served as a Government Affairs Fellow with the National Association of Counties and completed a fellowship with the North Carolina Reconciliation Project. Prior internship experience includes working in the office of U.S. Representative Sean Casten and a role as an MSA Teaching Materials Intern at The Freedom Hub. Academic qualifications include a Master's degree in International Relations and Affairs from American University and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and International Relations from Augustana College, complemented by study abroad experience in the UK.