WCG confirms the appointment of Shannon Bledsoe as its Executive Director. She will be responsible for overall organizational growth and strategic direction and overseeing the quality of WCGS’s programming. Possessing 20 years of experience in international development, public health, and reproductive rights to this position, leading programs and platforms for both large and small global non-profit organizations. Ms. Bledsoe has designed and managed initiatives supporting women’s reproductive health worldwide, and consulted with clients ranging from Yale University to small local organizations on social marketing and addressing barriers to access. Having led country platforms in Haiti, Cote d’Ivoire, and the Central African Republic and has worked, lived, and traveled in more than 40 countries. She has an advanced degree from the University of Melbourne, Australia and a BA from the University of California, San Diego.
Saundra Pelletier, Chair of the WCG Board of Directors said “WCG has already benefited greatly from Shannon’s extensive experience and proven track record in the field of reproductive and sexual health and we look forward to her future contributions as WCG continues to deliver on its mission to educate, empower and enable girls and women.”