Alexa Chopivsky, Executive Director
Alexa Chopivsky is the Executive Director of the Women's Foreign Policy Group. Previously, as the inaugural Executive Director of Ukraine House Davos, Ms. Chopivsky led the creation and elevation of Ukraine’s country investment promotion platform alongside the World Economic Forum, both before and after the war. She serves as deputy Chairwoman of the Supervisory Board at Ukraine Invest, and was an adviser to the Minister of Economic Development, Trade, and Agriculture of Ukraine. Since 2012, she has served as the Director of the Program on the World Economy at the Aspen Institute.
Ms. Chopivsky started her career as a journalist at NBC News, where she covered world events from the New York, Washington, and London bureaus. She later moved to Kyiv, where she was a consultant for an American firm and a freelance journalist, traveling across Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. Ms. Chopivsky is the Founder of Transnational Education Group and served as Executive Director of the American Center for a European Ukraine. She was a Council on Foreign Relations Term Member and a Eurasia Foundation Young Professionals Network selectee. She currently serves on the boards of Teach for Ukraine, the Orchestra of the Americas Group, and Ukrainian Freedom Fund. In 2021, the President of Ukraine awarded Ms. Chopivsky the Order of Princess Olga.
Ms. Chopivsky received a BA from Yale University with distinction in Political Science and Russian & East European Studies, an MS from Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, and an MIPP from Johns Hopkins University’s School of Advanced International Studies. Contact: [email protected]
Lindsay Sharman, Program Associate
Lindsay Sharman is the Program Associate at the Women's Foreign Policy Group, where she is excited to promote women's leadership in global affairs and create meaningful programming and mentorship experiences. In 2024, she graduated with honors from Princeton University, where she received a degree in Public & International Affairs and a certificate in Spanish Language & Culture. Lindsay wrote her dissertation on Holocaust education policy in Argentina, for which she traveled to Buenos Aires to interview government officials, historians, and educators.
Lindsay was a participant of the inaugural Princeton Policy Advocacy Clinic, where she worked with a Congressional office to produce a 136-page policy memorandum on criminal justice reform. In addition to working as a Research Assistant and involvement with several non-profits, she has completed internships with two Members of Congress, as well as a Strategy Consulting internship at Capital One. She is originally from Atlanta, Georgia. Contact: [email protected]
Lili Elkind, Programs
Lili Elkind is a senior at George Washington University, pursuing a degree in International Affairs with a concentration in International Development and a minor in History. Her background in women’s rights advocacy at Together Stronger, along with her experience in youth political advocacy in Washington, DC, drives her commitment to empowering women in international affairs. Lili’s academic and professional interests span political affairs in Latin America and the MENA region, international economics, post-conflict electoral resilience, sustainable peace and development, and post-colonial studies. As an intern at WFPG, she is excited to contribute to promoting communities that amplify the voices of women in foreign policy.
Diana Godinho, Programs
Diana Godinho is a junior at Stetson University, double majoring in Public Management and International Studies with a minor in Community Engagement and Spanish. A Bonner Leader, she is currently enrolled in the Washington Semester Program at American University in the Foreign Policy track. Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, Diana has professional experience in the U.S., Brazil, Costa Rica, and Turkey. She serves as a global advisor for She's the First, was the youngest Brazilian delegate at CSW68, a funded delegate at the International Volunteer Forum 2.0, and a U.S. Country Contact Point for COY18. Her political experience includes interning for the Workers' Party (PT) at the Brazilian National Congress and developing a youth engagement campaign for the Brazilian Superior Electoral Court and Instagram. Diana is passionate about Latin American development, public policy, and nonprofit management; she founded a nonprofit focused on combating hunger and is vice-president of another dedicated to quality education. As a WFPG intern, she aims to expand her network and deepen her understanding of nonprofit management in women's foreign policy.
Ellen Goodwin, Programs
Ellen Goodwin is a recent master’s graduate in International Relations from University College Dublin, where she worked as a Research Assistant on the Constitutional Futures after Brexit project. Her passion for understanding the intersection of economic, political, and gender issues, and how they shape government relations, inspired her graduate thesis on "The impact of gender inequalities on women in the labor market in rich democracies." A course in Gender, Peace & Security further solidified her dedication to gender equality and promoting women in leadership roles. Excited to build a strong foundation for her career, Ellen looks forward to expanding her network and learning from the experienced leaders at WFPG.
Emily Lampi, Communication
Emily Lampi is a recent graduate of the University of Florida, where she earned a degree in Political Science with a minor in Public Leadership and a certificate in International Relations. During her college years, Emily actively participated in Student Government and the Panhellenic Council, and worked as a Peer Advisor for fellow students in her college. She gained valuable experience interning at the Florida State Capitol during the 2024 Legislative Session and later served as a District Assistant for a Florida State Representative. Emily’s passion for international relations was further ignited during her study abroad experience with Semester at Sea, where she traveled to 13 countries and studied International Mass Communication. She is excited to contribute to the WFPG’s mission of advancing women in foreign policy, a field she aspires to enter professionally.
Neya Anand, Communication
Neya Anand is a third-year at The George Washington University double majoring in International Business and International Affairs. Her concentration in Gender in International Affairs, enriched by coursework in Women’s Gender, and Sexuality Studies and LGBTQ+ Studies, has fueled her interest in addressing global gender disparities in public policy and business practices. Fluent in Tamil and professionally proficient in French, Neya will be spending the upcoming semester abroad in Paris. Originally from Philadelphia, she has worked with the National Constitution Center, interned with third-circuit court judges, and volunteered with LGBTQ+ advocacy groups including the Human Rights Campaign and Friendship Place. In her personal and academic life, she is dedicated to uplifting women and minority causes, a passion she brings to her professional endeavors. During her time at WFPG, she is looking forward to implementing programming that builds community for women in foreign affairs.
Brigid Rawdon, Operations
Brigid Rawdon is a recent graduate of William & Mary and the University of St Andrews’ Joint Degree Programme where she studied international relations. During her two years in Scotland, Brigid built upon her passion for cultural exchange and understanding women’s issues abroad. This included receiving a research grant to travel to Northern Ireland to study the involvement of women in the Troubles. With a strong background in research, policy formulation, and international affairs, Brigid has held pivotal leadership roles, including Co-Director of The Exodus Project, where she led initiatives to improve inclusivity in refugee aid programs. Additionally, she has gained professional experience in gender policy research while interning with the National Organization for Women and the U.S. House of Representatives. During her time with WFPG, she is looking forward to learning about the many career paths for women who want to explore the intersection between international affairs and gender issues.
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