Glendora Meikle
About Glendora Meikle
Glendora Meikle is a Senior Manager of International Engagement and Advance at the United Nations Foundation, where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in project management and media, with experience in various international roles and a Master's degree in Media & International Conflict.
Work at United Nations Foundation
Glendora Meikle has been serving as the Senior Manager for International Engagement and Advance at the United Nations Foundation since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing international collaboration and advancing the Foundation's mission. Her work is based in Washington, District of Columbia, where she has contributed to various initiatives aimed at promoting global engagement and understanding.
Previous Experience in International Organizations
Before joining the United Nations Foundation, Glendora Meikle worked as a Project Director at Operation Fistula from 2013 to 2014. Her responsibilities included managing projects across multiple countries, including Madagascar and Malawi. Additionally, she served as a Media Liaison and Editor at the United Nations Headquarters in New York from 2008 to 2011, where she facilitated communication and media relations.
Education and Expertise
Glendora Meikle holds a Master's degree in Media & International Conflict from the Clinton Institute at University College Dublin, where she studied the anthropology of journalism. She also studied at New York University à Paris, focusing on French language, politics, literature, and culture. Her undergraduate studies were completed at Drew University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in French and History.
Project Management Experience
With extensive experience in project management, Glendora Meikle has worked on significant initiatives in eastern and southern Africa. Her notable project involved a year-long engagement in Madagascar, where she applied her skills to address complex issues. This background has equipped her with the ability to make complex topics accessible to a broader audience.
Early Career in Speaker Relations
Glendora Meikle began her career at The Harry Walker Agency, where she worked as an Account Manager in Speaker Relations from 2005 to 2007. In this role, she managed relationships with speakers and clients, enhancing her skills in communication and stakeholder engagement.