Samira Omarshah
Academic Exchange Specialist, U.S. Department of State
- Role
- Academic Exchange Specialist at U.S. Department Of State
- Location
- Washington, DC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Samira Omarshah
Within the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ (ECA) Office of Academic Exchanges, I support the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders, a dynamic U.S. government initiative that advances leadership and partnership across Africa.With 20 years of experience living on the African continent, complemented by active participation in cultural, educational, and sports exchanges, I bring a strong cross-cultural perspective and contextual insight to this work. I am passionate about leveraging public diplomacy to strengthen mutual understanding, cultivate strategic relationships, and drive lasting global impact.
Experience
Academic Exchange Specialist
Jul 2024 — Present
Education
American International School of Lusaka
International Baccalaureate Diploma
2004 — 2012
American University
Master of Arts - MA, International Relations and Affairs
2018 — 2020
Bard College
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Literature and Experimental Humanities (Media Studies)
2012 — 2016
Skills
- English
- Writing
- Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Photoshop
- Newspapers
- Blogging
- Research
- Athletic Training
- Creative Writing
- Journalism
- Interpersonal Skill
- Editing
- Social Media
- Public Speaking
- International
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Word
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