Media funders have long sought to strengthen democracy through support of journalism. But now, with authoritarian attempts to undermine press freedom on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean, journalism fu...
Angelica Das
Angelica Das is associate director on the Public Square Team at Democracy Fund, an independent foundation working toward an open and just democracy. Democracy Fund makes grants in pursuit of a vibrant and diverse public square, free and fair elections, effective and accountable government, and a just and inclusive society. Angelica leads the Journalism and Power Building initiative, which aims to support new models of journalism that help to dismantle systems of oppression and authoritarianism, and create conditions for thriving, active civic engagement.
Angelica joined Democracy Fund in 2019 after working as a consultant and Senior Associate with Dot Connector Studio, a production company that collaborates with funders, journalists, and experts to research and develop social impact media. She was previously associate director at the Center for Media & Social Impact Media at American University. She directed the Center’s annual Media That Matters industry conference, and helped filmmakers learn from and exercise journalistic practice to mitigate safety, security, and litigation risks in investigative storytelling. She has worked extensively with independent filmmakers on impact strategies and held prior positions in communications, operations, and grant management at nonprofits including Wild Earth Allies, Machik, and National Geographic.
Angelica holds an M.A. in International Media from American University and a B.A. in Political Science and History from the University of Rochester.
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