Franca Roiatti

Franca Roiatti is a seasoned communications professional with extensive experience in media relations and advocacy, particularly in urban food policies and sustainable development. Currently serving as a Communications Advisor and Regional Communication Advisor for West Africa at Helvetas since October 2018, Franca previously held various roles with the City of Milan, focusing on communication for the city's Food Policy and the EU project Food Smart Cities for Development. Franca's background also includes a lengthy tenure as a Foreign Affairs Journalist at Panorama, where responsibilities ranged from writing and editing articles to managing online content. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Political Science- International Relations from Università degli Studi di Trieste and an MSc in Sustainable Development from SOAS University of London.