Carolyn Cox
About Carolyn Cox
Carolyn Cox serves as the Director of Strategic Initiatives at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, a position she has held since 2012. She has a background in public policy with a focus on reproductive health and justice, and has previously worked in various roles related to government relations and research.
Current Role at Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Carolyn Cox serves as the Director of Strategic Initiatives at Planned Parenthood Federation of America. She has held this position since 2012, contributing to the organization for over a decade. In her role, she manages engagement with high-level stakeholders, including executive leadership and affiliate CEO task forces. She aligns contingency plans with available resources to ensure effective strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience in Government Relations and Research
Before her current role, Carolyn Cox worked as a Government Relations Intern at Planned Parenthood Federation of America for three months in 2010. She also served as a Research Assistant at the Guttmacher Institute from 2011 to 2012, where she conducted research in New York, New York. Additionally, she was a Research/Policy Fellow at the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee for two months in 2011.
Education and Focus on Public Policy
Carolyn Cox earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Michigan, where she studied Public Policy with a focus on Global Perspectives on Reproductive Health and Justice. Her academic tenure spanned from 2007 to 2011, providing her with a strong foundation in policy analysis and advocacy.
Volunteer Experience and Community Engagement
In 2008, Carolyn Cox volunteered for Obama for America for two months, contributing to the campaign's efforts. Her volunteer work reflects her commitment to civic engagement and public service, which has been a consistent theme throughout her career.
Strategic Initiatives and Advocacy Development
In her current role, Carolyn initiated Planned Parenthood's first-ever scenario planning convening, which brought together over 150 affiliate senior leaders. She has developed advocacy strategies in response to COVID-19 and other emerging opportunities, coordinating detailed plans and budgets for various federal election scenarios to ensure organizational preparedness.