Patricia Cumbie’s career has been focused on working with mission-driven organizations seeking to tell their stories through partnership and collaboration. She is an award-winning writer and communicator, with experience in storytelling, publication production, marketing and public speaking. Patricia is also the founding editor of two newspapers and the author of three literary books.
Patricia's expansive talent in storytelling and communications makes her a valuable addition to our team. Her knowledge from her time with Global Rights for Women will strengthen BWJP as a whole within our donors. - Amy J. Sánchez, CEO BWJP
Meet Patricia
Q: What brought you into the field of gender-based violence?
As a young person, my personal and professional dream was to become a writer. As part of that journey, I have been deeply invested in communicating the lived experience of women and girls, especially concerning gender-based violence. Two of the literary books I’ve written were focused on child sexual abuse and rape recovery. Also, doing communications for Global Rights for Women I learned how countries and community agencies committed to working together can profoundly change realities for survivors. Writing about these things fuels my passion and gives me hope.
Q: What drew you to BWJP?
BWJP is a national leader and so highly respected, and now I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of this excellent team.
Q: What are you most looking forward to working at BWJP?
I have been given a role to use my storytelling skills to continue to enhance BWJP’s messaging to donors and other stakeholders about the survivor-centered impact of BWJP’s work. I am grateful to be doing this work in service to the organization’s mission with such talented and dedicated people.
Q: How do you like to spend your time outside of work?
I have artsy-type interests, but more than anything, I really love to cook and host. I find it grounds me and is an act of self-care in a full life of writing, travel, caregiving, keeping backyard chickens, gardening, home remodeling and more.
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