Lisette Austin

Lisette Austin is a Communications Manager at Partners for Our Children: University of Washington School of Social Work, based in Seattle, Washington.12 She is a multifaceted professional with over 10 years of experience in communications and web design, as well as a background in collaborative research with Tribal communities.1

Professional Experience

Austin's career spans various roles:

• Communications: Currently serving as Communications Manager at Partners for Our Children since May 2024.12
• Web Design: Runs Austin Creative Design since April 2012.1
• Podcasting: Hosted and produced the Globetrotter Lounge Podcast from February 2018 to March 2022.1
• Research: Worked as a Research Coordinator at the University of Washington's Alcohol & Drug Abuse Institute for 13 years.1

Skills and Interests

• Writing: Freelance writer and editor for over a decade.2
• Audio Storytelling: Currently working on a project called "Traveling My Roots".1
• Travel: Experienced in travel hacking and sharing travel tips.3
• Adoption Advocacy: As a Black biracial adoptee, she is in reunion with her biological family and has been involved in adoption-related podcasts.14

Education and Certifications

Austin holds a certification in Non-Fiction Writing from the University of Washington.1

Her diverse background in research, communications, and creative pursuits has shaped her into a versatile professional in the field of social work communications.