Our People
As a part of the Master of Global Human Development (GHD) degree program, you will work alongside dedicated faculty, supportive staff and motivated peers who share the goal of developing the next generation of international development leaders.
People are at the center of everything that we do: our tight-knit, supportive, diverse cohort of students is what makes our program special, and we constantly ground ourselves in the people and communities that our work is supporting.
“The GHD degree is an innovative, academically rigorous skills-based graduate program that is preparing the next generation of development professionals to work with public sector agencies, private businesses and nonprofit organizations involved in development.”
Steven Radelet, Ph.D.
Donald F. McHenry Chair in Global Human Development; Distinguished Professor of the Practice
Faculty and staff
Our faculty are world-class scholars with years of experience as leading practitioners in their specializations. Along with our supportive staff, we are committed to your success.
Students and alumni
Our students come from diverse backgrounds, but all want to work to make the world better. As part of our cohort, you will make meaningful connections with your classmates who will become your colleagues for life, no matter what sector or industry you enter after graduation.
Alumni spotlights
Our alumni are making a difference across the globe. Check out the latest updates on their careers, contributions and community work.
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Alumni Spotlight: Shea Flynn (GHD’20)
Shea Flynn (GHD’20) joined GHD with five years of experience working in the global public health sector in Togo and Washington, D.C. A few months into her first semester at GHD,…
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Welcoming GHD’s Newest Associate Professor
GHD welcomes its newest Associate Professor of the Practice of Development, Dr. Ekin Birol. Dr. Birol is no stranger to GHD. She previously served as an adjunct professor, Capstone Advisor,…
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Alumni Spotlight: Foluyinka Fakoya (GHD’19)
Prior to joining GHD, Foluyinka Fakoya (GHD’19) worked in the international education field for three years, first as a public school teacher in her home country Nigeria, then at The Education…
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