Gillian Oneill

About Gillian Oneill

Strategic leader with 25+ years at the intersection of communications, technology, and social impact. I help activists, nonprofits, and funders build the narratives, networks, and infrastructure needed to turn bold ideas into lasting change.As Executive Director of AGO, I lead a global movement accelerator that supports climate justice and human rights leaders. Our work bridges strategy and practice: equipping movements with the storytelling tools, collaborative structures, and civic incubation to strengthen long-term resilience. My earlier career in digital transformation and agency leadership grounds my approach—pairing creativity with systems thinking to grow efforts led by those closest to the issues.

Experience

1. Executive Director & Founding Member

   Ago

   Mar 2020 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   AGO is a movement accelerator that partners with activists and funders to tell stories that inspire action, strengthen civil society, and accelerate social change. We focus on three core areas: strategic communications, movement infrastructure, and civic incubation. As Executive Director, I guide AGO’s strategy and partnerships, working alongside grassroots leaders to develop practical, locally driven solutions that build lasting resilience.

Education

• University of Galway

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics and Applied Mathematical Science