As a member of Atra’s programs team, Mia supports the systems and processes that keep Atra’s programs running smoothly. She is driven by a passion for work that strengthens communities.
Before joining Atra, Mia was a Senior Program Associate at Internews, a global nonprofit focused on independent media and digital rights. She managed cohort-based fellowship programs and partnerships supporting journalists and human rights defenders around the world. She holds a B.A. from the University of Vermont, where she studied linguistics and gender studies.
Originally from Rhode Island, Mia now lives in Brooklyn, where she co-founded and produces Little Shushan, an annual Purim carnival. Outside of work, you can find her biking around the city, catching a comedy show, or watching reality TV.