Soraya Ahyaudin

Soraya Ahyaudin is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in learning design, program management, and public diplomacy. Currently serving as Assistant Director, Learning Design and Programs, and Program Director at the University of Southern California since May 2015, Soraya directs and manages the American Muslim Civic Leadership Institute. Previous roles include Program Manager and Program Assistant at the same institution, where responsibilities encompassed managing research projects and event planning. Soraya co-founded ideaLA, a non-profit that empowers underrepresented high school students, and has been recognized as a NewGround Fellow for promoting interfaith relations in Los Angeles. Academic qualifications include a Master's degree in Public Diplomacy from the University of Southern California and a Master's degree in Science and Environmental Journalism from Universiti Sains Malaysia.