MYA SALINAS
PROGRAM ASSISTANT
Mya is a Program Assistant at Globally, supporting the Programs team in keeping its cohorts, summits, and events running smoothly. She brings experience in international and community-based programming, most recently at the Conflict Resolution Center of Montgomery County, where she coordinated mediation and conflict education programs for youth, families, schools, and community partners. Previously, at the United States Institute of Peace, she supported the Religion and Inclusive Societies team’s Indigenous Peacebuilding program.
Mya holds an M.A. in Ethics, Peace, and Human Rights from American University, with a concentration in Peace and Conflict Resolution, and a B.A. in Psychology and International Studies from the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse. An aspiring bridge-builder, she is passionate about fostering inclusive, sustainable communities that empower and equip future generations. In her free time, Mya enjoys supporting Wisconsin sports teams, baking, and exploring her new home in the DMV.