Andrea Y. P.
About Andrea Y. P.
Andrea Y. P. serves as the Deputy Director of Global Programs at the Obama Foundation, a position she has held since 2019. She has a diverse background in communications and international relations, with previous roles at organizations such as UNICEF USA, The World Bank, and GBA Ships e.V.
Work at Obama Foundation
Currently, Andrea Y. P. serves as the Deputy Director of Global Programs at the Obama Foundation. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to various initiatives aimed at fostering global leadership and civic engagement. Her role involves overseeing programs that align with the Foundation's mission to inspire and empower individuals to create positive change in their communities.
Education and Expertise
Andrea Y. P. holds a Master of Arts (MA) from Teachers College, Columbia University. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Ewha Womans University. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in education and communication, which she has applied throughout her diverse career in international organizations and non-profits.
Background
Andrea Y. P. has a diverse professional background that spans multiple sectors, including education, international relations, and non-profit organizations. She has worked in various capacities, including communications, project management, and partnerships, across organizations such as UNICEF USA, The World Bank, and GBA Ships e.V. Her international experience includes roles in South Korea, the United States, and Taiwan.
Previous Positions
Before her current role at the Obama Foundation, Andrea Y. P. held several significant positions. She worked as an Assistant Director at UNICEF USA from 2016 to 2019, focusing on education and content. Prior to that, she served as a Partnerships and Education Officer at the World Federation of United Nations Associations from 2013 to 2016. Her experience also includes roles at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in South Korea and the Tony Blair Faith Foundation.
Professional Experience
Andrea Y. P. has accumulated extensive professional experience in various roles. She worked as a Communications Specialist and Project Manager at GBA Ships e.V., a Short Term Consultant at The World Bank, and a Liaison Staff member at APEC. Additionally, she has experience as an External Affairs Specialist at the Embassy of the Republic of Korea and as a Fellow at the Tony Blair Faith Foundation.