Cornelia Sage
About Cornelia Sage
Cornelia Sage serves as the Chief of Party at Catholic Relief Services since 2018, focusing on humanitarian efforts in Gaza. She has a background in education and advocacy, holding a master's degree from New York University and previously teaching in Tennessee and Ghana.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Cornelia Sage has served as Chief of Party at Catholic Relief Services since 2018. In this role, she oversees various programs and initiatives aimed at addressing humanitarian needs. She is particularly focused on the regions of Jerusalem, West Bank, and Gaza, where she leads efforts to provide assistance and support to vulnerable populations.
Education and Expertise
Cornelia Sage holds a Master's degree from New York University, which she completed between 2012 and 2014. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor's degree from Colby College, attending from 2003 to 2007. Her educational background supports her expertise in program management and humanitarian aid.
Background
Before joining Catholic Relief Services, Cornelia Sage worked as a Spanish and World History teacher at a girls preparatory school in Chattanooga, Tennessee, from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, she served as a visiting lecturer at the University of Education, Winneba, in Ghana for four months in 2015, contributing to her diverse teaching experience.
Advocacy and Humanitarian Efforts
Cornelia Sage actively speaks on issues related to severe food insecurity in Gaza. She advocates for immediate humanitarian aid and the cessation of violence in the region, highlighting the urgent needs of affected populations. Her work emphasizes the importance of addressing these critical humanitarian issues.