Philanthropy

I am the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Specialist at the Internet Society Foundation. In this role, I contribute to the Philanthropy team’s capacity-building efforts for staff and grantees, particularly in designing and implementing trainings and strategies to measure the effectiveness of programs and grants. I have a background in governance, politics, social work, and gender…

I bring a decade of nonprofit and philanthropy expertise to the Internet Society Foundation, driven by a dedication to social justice and advocacy. Transitioning from the for-profit sector, my roles as a Case Worker and Resettlement Coordinator at the International Rescue Committee, and as a Development Officer at the ACLU of Georgia, underscore my commitment…

I am an Associate Program Officer at the Internet Society Foundation. I began working at the Foundation in January 2024. I come to this role with over a decade of experience in program management, grant-making, capacity strengthening, strategic partnerships, and community development. Before joining the Foundation, I supported diverse organizations start, sustain, and scale social…

Gulnaz is a recent graduate of the Harvard Graduate School of Education, where she earned a degree in Human Development and Education. She is also an alumna of the Cheng Fellowship at the Social Innovation and Change Initiative at the Harvard Kennedy School and AAUW fellowships. Passionate about educational equity, Gulnaz has a strong background…

Fluxx Operations Manager I am the Fluxx Operations Manager at the Internet Society Foundation. With expertise in grantmaking operations and Fluxx system management, I strive to streamline processes and facilitate the utilization of grants management software. Prior to joining the Internet Society Foundation, I worked in grantmaking operations-focused roles at The Zalik Foundation and VoLo…

I am the Operations Project Manager at the Internet Society Foundation. In this role I support the Director of Operations with the planning, organization and implementation of operational projects and functions striving for excellence in the areas of budget oversight, due diligence, grantmaking operations, and best practices.  I bring to this role over 14 years…

I began working with the Internet Society Foundation in April 2023 as an Associate Program Officer. In this role, I support the Research, Building Opportunities/Leveraging Technologies (BOLT) and the Peering and Interconnection (IXP) grant programs. I come with a diverse professional background, having worked across public policy, social impact consulting, civic technology and technology policy.…

I am an Associate Program Officer at the Internet Society Foundation. In this role, I support the Beyond the Net Small and Large Grant Programs, along with several other ISOC-funded projects. My background is in cultural administration, philanthropy, social work, and program development/operations. I am committed to working within organizations that support social inclusion and equitable…

I am the Communications Specialist at the Internet Society Foundation. In this role, I implement communications strategies to help the Foundation achieve its goals by delivering targeted and compelling messages to diverse stakeholders. I have over 16 years of experience leading multidisciplinary teams to create digital platforms, digital media outlets, and relevant content for various…

I joined the Internet Society Foundation in February 2023 as the Program Coordinator. I support the two Programs Teams—Learning & Engagement and Develop & Strengthen—with a wide variety of administrative and programmatic duties. My work enables the team to make impactful grants that promote the development of the Internet as a global technical infrastructure, a resource to…