Claire Anderson

About Claire Anderson

I help world-changing organizations communicate boldly—so they don’t just make impact, they own it.From shaping global health advocacy at the Gates Foundation to launching CervDefense and leading communications strategy for Chemonics and now WINGS, I’ve spent my career telling stories that shift hearts, minds, and funding. My approach is equal parts strategy, empathy, and audacity—whether I’m amplifying the voice of a movement or positioning a startup to scale.I’m especially passionate about women’s health, equity, and the intersection of AI and impact communications. As Director of Communications at WINGS, I’m building a bold, movement-oriented narrative to elevate philanthropy as a force for good around the world.If you\'re reimagining how communications can shape systems, activate communities, or accelerate social change—let\'s connect.

Experience

1. Director of Communications

   Wings

   May 2025 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   As Director of Communications at WINGS, I lead the organization’s global narrative and visibility strategy to elevate philanthropy as a force for equity, justice, and systems change. My work spans strategic communications, narrative power-building, and member engagement across 58+ countries.Key responsibilities and focus areas-Designing and executing a bold, movement-centered communications strategy that reflects WINGS’ mission and amplifies its global network-Managing brand, digital presence, storytelling, and press outreach to grow WINGS\' influence in philanthropic and policy ecosystems-Collaborating with leadership to align communications with advocacy, fundraising, and organizational learning goals

Education

• Georgetown University

  Master of Arts in Arab Studies, Women and Gender

  2011 — 2013

• QASID INSTITUTE

  Certificate of Completion, Arabic Language and Literature

  2010 — 2010

• Occidental College

  Bachelor of Arts, Diplomacy and World Affairs, focusing on Middle Eastern Gender Issues

  2006 — 2010

Skills

• English
• Event Planning
• Politics
• Program Evaluation
• Proposal Writing
• Spanish
• Problem Solving
• Excel
• International Relations
• Event Management
• Research
• Qualitative Research
• Editing
• Policy Analysis
• Writing
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Public Speaking
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Social Media
• International Development
• Microsoft Office
• Arabic
• Foreign Policy
• Adobe Creative Suite (Basic)
• Theory
• Word
• Analysis
• Grant Writing
• Intercultural Communication
• Data Analysis