Emilie Yam

Emilie Yam is an experienced communications professional currently serving as Editorial Manager at Malala Fund since July 2023, where responsibilities include leading writing and editing for external content and shaping the organization's public voice. Prior to this role, Emilie held various positions including Head of Communications and Policy Communications Manager at the International Growth Centre from August 2015 to July 2023. Additional experience includes serving as Membership & Partnerships Coordinator for the World Wide Web Foundation, Communications Specialist at USAID, Research Analyst at Crumpton Group LLC, and Overseas Public Relations Specialist for the Millennium Challenge Corporation. Emilie also worked as a Research Associate at Global Integrity and as a Video Journalist at CNN. Academic credentials include a Master of Science in Foreign Service from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Science in Journalism & Electronic Media and Political Science from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.