Mariama Fofana is a global development communicator who is passionate about storytelling that drives equity, builds empathy, and inspires action. She helps shape the OA Alliance’s external voice, managing digital content, supporting advocacy campaigns and strategic communications that make ocean acidification more visible and urgent. She supports coordination across special projects that elevate the voices and actions of those most impacted by ocean acidification.

Mariama’s work centers on amplifying underrepresented perspectives and connecting people across cultures through thoughtful and intentional narratives. With a background in journalism and nonprofit communications and a graduate focus on international development and human rights, Mariama brings a nuanced and people-centered lens to global climate advocacy. She is a former Peace Corps Response volunteer in Togo and is currently pursuing an M.A. in International and Intercultural Communication at American University.

Languages: French, Bambara, English

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