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Master of Science in Humanitarian Action
learn from industry experts
Meet the MSHA Board of Advisors - an esteemed group of leaders, scholars, and professionals who serve as dedicated mentors to our graduate students. Their guidance bridges academic excellence and real-world experience, empowering students to grow, lead, and thrive beyond the classroom. With diverse backgrounds and a shared passion for mentorship, they are a vital part of our online graduate community.
They are here to support your professional development and are voluntarily open to sharing their own personal experiences and recommendations for making the next step in the industry. We encourage you to reach out to anyone who has an area of expertise in your desired industry.
Greg Cormier, MA
Director of Supportive Housing, Central City Concern
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
Humanitarian response programming and principles. Program startup. Humanitarian operations and logistics. Safety and security. Humanitarian coordination. Cash programming, camp management and coordination, partnership development.
INSPIRATION FOR HUMANITARIAN CAREER:
My early access to opportunities inspired me to give back by helping others affected by crisis and creating pathways for lasting, positive change.
CONTACT ME:
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Donna Duvin, MS
Sr. Advisor for Programming, Resettlement, Asylum, and Integration (RAI)
INSPIRATION FOR HUMANITARIAN CAREER:
Having witnessed the urgent need for non-governmental action in global crises, I believe humanitarian leaders must collaborate across borders and sectors and learn from best practices to effectively support vulnerable communities.
CONTACT ME:
[email protected]
Markus Enenkel, PhD
Visiting Scientist, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
Climate change adaptation; technology incl. Satellite earth observation, mobile technologies; risk financing incl. Forward-looking instruments (e.g., anticipatory action).
INSPIRATION FOR HUMANITARIAN CAREER:
I'm committed to bridging humanitarian action and disaster risk financing to help prevent predictable disasters. One crisis can erase years of progress, so it's vital to understand their long-term impacts and push climate justice from theory into practice.
CONTACT ME:
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Bruno Husquinet
Emergency Response Coordinator, UNFPA in Sudan
Mr. Husquinet leads UNFPA’s response to the Tigray conflict in Ethiopia and brings nearly two decades of humanitarian experience across the UN, EU, MSF, and ICRC in fragile contexts. He speaks French, Russian, and English.
INSPIRATION FOR HUMANITARIAN CAREER:
I was inspired by an extraordinary couple that I met in the Pamirs.
CONTACT ME:
[email protected]
Nadine Puechguirbal, PhD
Senior Gender Consultant, UN Environment Programme
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
I focus on gender issues like violence, protection, and inclusion (especially in crisis settings) ensuring programs support displaced people and integrate gender perspectives throughout. I also prioritize the mental well-being of humanitarian workers.
INSPIRATION FOR HUMANITARIAN CAREER:
A deep concern for people affected by conflict and disaster, as shaped by my time with the French Red Cross, led me to support vulnerable groups like women, the elderly, and those with disabilities, helping amplify their voices and foster resilience in humanitarian efforts.
CONTACT ME:
[email protected]
David J. Smith, JD, MS
President, Forage Center for Peacebuilding and Humanitarian Education
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
Peacebuilding, conflict resolution education, higher education curriculum, humanitarian education and training.
INSPIRATION FOR HUMANITARIAN CAREER:
The need to prepare the younger world to be professionals for the challenges ahead.
CONTACT ME:
[email protected]
Hector Vivero, MBA, MA
Chief Programs Officer for International Relief Teams
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
I specialize in market-based humanitarian responses (like multi-purpose cash and economic inclusion) while supporting local partners and aligning emergency aid with long-term development through the Humanitarian-Development Nexus.
INSPIRATION FOR HUMANITARIAN CAREER:
Growing up in a developing country sparked my interest in development economics, which deepened into a focus on conflict and humanitarian work through research and studies at Berkeley and during my Master’s in Post-Conflict Recovery.
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