Lucy Melcher
About Lucy Melcher
Lucy Melcher serves as the Director of Advocacy and Government Relations at Share Our Strength | No Kid Hungry, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in advocacy and policy, having previously held roles at various organizations including NARAL Pro-Choice America and the American Public Health Association.
Current Role at Share Our Strength
Lucy Melcher serves as the Director of Advocacy and Government Relations at Share Our Strength | No Kid Hungry since 2018. In this role, she leads efforts to influence public policy and engage with various stakeholders to advance anti-hunger initiatives. Her responsibilities include developing legislative priorities and coordinating advocacy strategies to support the No Kid Hungry Campaign.
Previous Experience at Share Our Strength
Prior to her current position, Lucy Melcher worked at Share Our Strength | No Kid Hungry as Associate Director of Advocacy and Senior Manager of Advocacy from 2012 to 2014. During this time, she contributed to the development of federal and state legislative priorities for the No Kid Hungry Campaign, collaborating with policymakers and other influential figures.
Advocacy and Media Engagement
As a spokesperson for No Kid Hungry, Lucy Melcher engages with various media platforms, including television, radio, print, and social media, to discuss advocacy and policy issues related to hunger. Her role involves communicating key messages and raising awareness about the organization's initiatives and goals.
Educational Background
Lucy Melcher holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from American University, where she studied from 2000 to 2004. She also earned a Master's degree in Public Policy from Duke University, completing her studies from 2007 to 2009. Her educational background supports her expertise in advocacy and government relations.
Career Path and Previous Roles
Before her current role, Lucy Melcher gained experience in various positions. She served as a Communications Associate and Intern at Naral Pro-choice America from 2005 to 2007. She also worked as a Legislative Correspondent for U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley in 2009 and as Government Relations Manager at the American Public Health Association from 2010 to 2012.