Sarah Backstrand

Environmental Policy Grad Student @U-M | Experienced Fundraiser | Mining Governance Research | Available for Consulting Projects

Role: Diplomacy Lab Project Researcher at U.S. Department Of State
Location: Ann Arbor, MI, US
LinkedIn followers: 500 followers

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About Sarah Backstrand

I am an environmental policy researcher focused on mineral governance, responsible…

Experience

Diplomacy Lab Project Researcher
U.S. Department Of State
Aug 2025 — Present · Ann Arbor, MI, US
Contributing to a Diplomacy Lab 2025 research project examining transnational environmental crime and security challenges in the Western Hemisphere- Conducting policy research and quantitative analysis to support State Department initiatives addressing illicit mining and community impacts in Latin America- Collaborating with interagency partners and international stakeholders as part of a 5-member research team delivering actionable intelligence and policy recommendation

Education

Colby College
Bachelor's degree, Environmental Studies
2014 — 2018

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Customer Service
Event Planning
Microsoft Excel
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Microsoft Office
Teamwork
Fundraising
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Data Analysis
Research
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Social Media
Public Speaking
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U.S. Department Of State

International Affairs · 38K employees · Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

The U.S. Department of State is focused on accomplishing America\'s mission of diplomacy at home and around the world. The U.S. Department of State manages America’s relationships with foreign governments, international organizations, and the people of other countries. The Department\'s employees carry out the President’s foreign policy with a focus on America\'s interests. U.S. Department of State employees, with their skills, character and commitment to public service, are the backbone of America\'s diplomacy. They represent the people and advocate the interests of the United States to the rest of the world. The Foreign Service is dedicated to representing America and responding to the needs of American citizens in other countries. Members of the Foreign Service represent America at embassies, consulates, and other diplomatic missions around the world. Civil Service employees provide in-depth expertise and continuity in accomplishing all aspects of the Department\'s mission and are involved in virtually every function of the Department. Civil Service employees issue passports, compile and analyze overseas reports, provide logistical support to posts, consult with Congress about foreign policy initiatives and policies, and formulate and manage the budget. Foreign Service National employees also supplement the personnel requirements of the Department overseas. FSN employees are local residents of the countries in which we maintain diplomatic posts and consulates. They are valued members of our embassy teams, for they provide continuity and have language and cultural expertise.

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About Sarah Backstrand

Experience

Diplomacy Lab Project Researcher

Education

Colby College

Skills

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