Kyra Byrne
About Kyra Byrne
Kyra Byrne serves as the Regional Campaigns Director at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in labor studies and political science, she has a strong commitment to social justice shaped by her upbringing in a union and immigrant household.
Work at Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Kyra Byrne serves as the Regional Campaigns Director at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing regional campaigns that promote reproductive health and rights. Her work involves strategic planning and collaboration with various stakeholders to advance the organization's mission. Byrne's background in social justice and advocacy informs her approach to campaign management, ensuring that the needs of diverse communities are addressed.
Experience as Strategic Advisor
Since 2020, Kyra Byrne has been self-employed as a Strategic Advisor. In this capacity, she provides guidance and expertise to organizations seeking to enhance their social impact. Her experience includes utilizing data-driven strategies to engage communities and drive social movements. This role allows her to leverage her extensive background in advocacy and campaign management to support various initiatives across the United States.
Previous Role at Let It Ripple
Kyra Byrne worked at Let It Ripple: Mobile Films for Global Change as the Head of Strategic Partnerships and Engagement from 2019 to 2020. During her tenure, she led engagement efforts aimed at building social movements through film and technology. Byrne utilized data-driven strategies to expand the organization's community through social media and newsletters, enhancing its outreach and impact in the realm of social change.
Educational Background
Kyra Byrne earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Labor Studies and Political Science from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. Additionally, she completed independent coursework at Brown University and Cornell University ILR School. This educational foundation has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her advocacy work and campaign management.
Advocacy and Community Engagement
Throughout her career, Kyra Byrne has been actively involved in advocacy for economic and racial equity. She has worked with unionized nurses to preserve patient rights and maintain community hospitals. Byrne has also led teams at IFPTE to win large-scale contract and issue campaigns in the Bay Area. Her early career included drafting ordinances for safe and responsible contracting in New England municipalities, demonstrating her commitment to community-focused initiatives.