Rachel Peterson

Rachel Peterson is the Grant Unit Director at the Office of Justice Programs. Based on her LinkedIn profile, here are some key details about her background and experience:

Professional Experience

• Current Role: Grant Unit Director at the Office of Justice Programs since January 20241

• Previous Roles:

  • Grant Manager at the Office of Justice Programs - Minnesota Department of Public Safety (February 2022 - January 2024)1
  • Assistant Director at AspireMN (February 2018 - February 2022)1
  • Director of Programs at Norway House MN (2015 - 2017)1
  • Program Manager at Nobel Peace Prize Forum (2013 - 2015)1

Background and Skills

Rachel Peterson has a professional background in the international humanitarian and nonprofit sector, focusing on:

• Project and program management
• Policy advocacy
• Innovative community engagement
• Strategic planning and communications1

She describes herself as a strong writer and public speaker, as well as a collaborative team member.1

Additional Activities

• Norwegian Language Instructor at Mindekirken Language and Culture Program and Vesterheim Folk Art School (January 2018 - Present)1

Rachel Peterson has given a TEDx talk on children's rights, the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, and youth voice.1