Alliance for American Leadership (A4AL)

Overview

As part of my role with the Alliance for American Leadership, I contributed to the planning and execution of a bipartisan virtual congressional discussion focused on the future of U.S. humanitarian and foreign aid.

The event featured:

• Representative Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA)
• Representative Chris Deluzio (D-PA)

This project brought together policymakers, academics, and the public to discuss U.S. global leadership and foreign assistance strategy.

My Role

Event Coordination & Execution

• Supported the planning and logistics of a multi-speaker virtual event
• Coordinated communication across stakeholders, including speakers, organizers, and partner organizations
• Assisted in ensuring smooth execution of the live event

Policy & Background Research

• Conducted research on U.S. foreign aid and humanitarian policy topics
• Helped prepare materials to support informed discussion and audience engagement

Stakeholder Engagement

• Contributed to outreach efforts with partner organizations and academic groups
• Supported collaboration with Penn State School of International Affairs and student organizations

Impact & Outcomes

• Successfully helped deliver a bipartisan congressional discussion with national-level policymakers
• Contributed to an event attended by a broad audience including students, policy professionals, and the public
• Gained hands-on experience in the intersection of:
  
  • Public policy
  • Strategic communication
  • Event operations
  • Stakeholder coordination

Skills Demonstrated

Policy Research • Event Coordination • Stakeholder Engagement • Strategic Communication • Analytical Thinking