Hannah Evans, Senior Analyst, Population Connection
Hannah works as a Senior Analyst at Population Connection, where she focuses on public speaking and the development of open-source, academic-style resources. She also cultivates partnerships between Population Connection and international NGOs.
Before joining Population Connection’s staff, Hannah worked as an adjunct professor of Women’s Studies and taught classes on gender, science, and feminist theory. She has non-profit experience working as a program developer for sustainable agriculture and public health programs in Honduras and Panama and has worked as a researcher studying food security issues throughout Southern California.
Hannah holds a BA in Environmental Policy and Natural Resource Conservation and Political Science and a Master’s in Political Ecology from San Diego State University, where her research focused on sustainability labeling and ethical consumption between the United States and Nicaragua.
Diana Freiwald, Executive Director, Asociación Manos Abiertas
Diana Freiwald is a passionate and dedicated midwife and the Executive Director of Asociación Manos Abiertas. She is committed to advancing sexual and reproductive rights and healthcare within the humanitarian and non-profit sectors.
With a deep connection to her homeland, Guatemala, Diana is driven by a mission to create better, more humanized experiences for women throughout. Her extensive experience in midwifery, combined with a strong dedication to advocacy and community service, empowers her to make a tangible difference in the lives of women. Diana strives to ensure that every woman has access to comprehensive care and the knowledge to make informed choices about their reproductive health.