Diane Rickard

Diane Rickard is the International Media Relations Manager for Mercy Ships, a global charitable organization. In her role, she plays a crucial part in sharing the stories of crew members and patients on board Mercy Ships' hospital vessels.23

Professional Background

Diane has been working with Mercy Ships for over a decade, having served in her current position as International Media Relations Manager for the past 10 years.5 Her responsibilities include:

• Working closely with Mercy Ships' international offices in the US and Switzerland
• Collaborating with 16 national office locations globally3
• Managing media relations and storytelling for the organization

Key Contributions

As the International Media Relations Manager, Diane's primary focus is on:

• Sharing impactful stories of crew members and patients
• Building pathways to hope and healing through storytelling26
• Helping to communicate the mission and work of Mercy Ships to a global audience

Experience and Expertise

Diane's role involves:

• Coordinating with various Mercy Ships offices worldwide
• Developing and maintaining relationships with international media outlets
• Creating and distributing press materials and media resources
• Managing broadcast-quality video content for media use14

Her work contributes significantly to raising awareness about Mercy Ships' mission of providing free healthcare services to people in need in developing countries.