oversees the grant proposal and report writing processes for all Global Rights’ programs. Jeff’s experience in international affairs and human rights has included positions at the National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI), the U.S. House of Representatives, and the U.S. State Department. Prior to joining Global Rights, Jeff was the Communications Manager for USAID’s largest assistance program, International Relief and Development (IRD) in Kabul, Afghanistan. While leading the Afghanistan communications unit at IRD, he managed USAID-state-military relationships in fifteen provinces and redesigned the structure of IRD’s donor communications and stakeholder engagement. Prior thereto, Jeff was a Program Officer at NDI where he oversaw grant proposals and provided support to NDI’s democracy and governance programs in the Eurasia region. As a Rotary Scholar of Goodwill, Jeff completed his M.A. in Political Science from Central European University in Budapest, Hungary. He received B.A.’s in History and Political Science from the University of California, San Diego. Back to staff list

Jordanna Sussman joined Global Rights in October 2010. As the Public Engagement and Communications Officer, Jordanna manages Global Rights’ new website. She is also beginning to develop a robust individual giving program for the organization, and using her experience with new media to construct a substantial outreach program and online community. Prior to Global Rights,