Tracy Vaughan Gough
About Tracy Vaughan Gough
Tracy Vaughan Gough serves as the Global Technical Lead for Social Inclusion and Disability at Sightsavers, a position she has held since 2014. With a background in gender policy and child protection, she has worked with various organizations, including UNDP and UNICEF, and holds multiple degrees in development studies and education.
Work at Sightsavers
Tracy Vaughan Gough has served as the Global Technical Lead for Social Inclusion and Disability at Sightsavers since 2014. In this role, she focuses on promoting social inclusion and addressing disability issues on a global scale. Based in Haywards Heath, UK, she has contributed to various initiatives aimed at improving the lives of individuals with disabilities. Her work involves collaborating with international partners and stakeholders to develop strategies that enhance accessibility and inclusion.
Previous Experience at UNDP
Prior to her role at Sightsavers, Tracy worked at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) as a Gender Policy Advisor. She was part of the UN system post-2015 team from 2011 to 2014, where she focused on integrating gender perspectives into development policies and practices. Her experience at UNDP contributed to her understanding of global gender issues and their intersection with development.
Experience at International Rescue Committee
Tracy Vaughan Gough held the position of Prevention of Exploitation and Abuse Advisor at the International Rescue Committee from 2004 to 2005. During her time in Kenya, she worked on initiatives aimed at preventing exploitation and abuse in humanitarian settings. This role provided her with valuable insights into the challenges faced by vulnerable populations in crisis situations.
Consultancy Role at UNICEF
From 2008 to 2010, Tracy served as a Gender and Child Protection Consultant at UNICEF. In this capacity, she focused on developing and implementing strategies to protect children and promote gender equality within various programs. Her consultancy work contributed to UNICEF's efforts in addressing the needs of children and advocating for their rights.
Education and Expertise
Tracy Vaughan Gough holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Gender and Development from the University of Sussex's Institute of Development Studies, which she completed from 2003 to 2004. She also earned a Post-graduate Certificate in Education from Middlesex University. Additionally, she has a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Drama from the University of Wales, Aberystwyth. Her educational background supports her expertise in gender issues and social inclusion.