MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: MICHELE JOHNSEN
Members are at the heart of what we do which is why we want to amplify their work and profile. Every week we are spotlighting one of our members. This week we are spotlighting Michele Johnsen.
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What is the name of your organization?
Michele Johnsen: Ignite Global Good/ Center for Media Literacy.
Why the focus on international affairs?
Michele Johnsen: My focus is on applying media literacy as one way to empower global citizens in a world of super-powered disinformation, as well as media literacy as a foundational skill for 21st century democracy.
What are you working on these days?
Michele Johnsen: A US State Department grant to make people across the globe aware of Center for Media Literacy’s free, 90 minute, self-guided course on the foundations of media literacy.
What made you join the Pacific Council?
Michele Johnsen: A desire to stay connected and involved in international affairs.
What’s your biggest takeaway?
Michele Johnsen: It’s really a privilege to have access to the high level of speakers and guest that Pacific Council hosts.
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