As Direct Relief’s Communications Specialist, Bryn Blanks engages in social discussion related to global health while exploring new ways to generate participation around the organization’s mission. Before joining Direct Relief’s communications team, Blanks earned a Bachelor of Arts in Global Public Health at the University of Virginia. As a student, Blanks studied in places like Guatemala, Senegal, and the Gambia, where she spearheaded interviews with local organizations and presented innovative solutions to health-related concerns.