Carolina Casas
About Carolina Casas
Carolina Casas serves as the Regional Director of Education and Outreach for Latin America at Sesame Workshop, a position she has held since 2014. She specializes in citizenship education and education policy implementation, focusing on developing educational content and managing programs across Colombia and Latin America.
Work at Sesame Workshop
Carolina Casas has been serving as the Regional Director of Education and Outreach for Latin America at Sesame Workshop since 2014. In this role, she has developed innovative educational content and managed programs specifically focused on Colombia and the broader Latin American region. Prior to her current position, she worked as the Director of Education and Outreach for Colombia from 2010 to 2014, where she contributed to various educational initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Carolina Casas studied at Universidad de Los Andes, where she gained foundational knowledge in education. She specializes in citizenship education and education policy implementation, focusing on how these areas can be effectively integrated into educational programs. Her expertise supports her work in developing educational content that addresses the needs of diverse communities.
Previous Experience
Before joining Sesame Workshop, Carolina worked as an Associate Consultant at Rain Barrel Communications, LLC for five months in Nepal in 2014. She also served as the Managing Editor for the Inter-American Journal of Education for Democracy, contributing to discussions on educational practices and policies across the Americas. Her previous roles have equipped her with valuable insights into educational outreach and program management.
Research and Development Role
In her current position, Carolina acts as the focal point for formative research in Plaza Sésamo projects. This role involves overseeing research initiatives that inform the development of educational content and ensure that programs are tailored to meet the needs of children and families in Latin America. Her involvement in research underscores her commitment to evidence-based education.
Non-Profit Involvement
Carolina is part of the managing team of various non-profit organizations, where she applies her expertise in education and outreach. Her involvement in these organizations reflects her dedication to improving educational opportunities and outcomes for underserved populations in Latin America.