Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs
Center for Human Rights and Humanitarian Studies (CHRHS)

Michele MacMillan

Michele MacMillan

NGO Coordinator - Syrian INGO Regional Forum

Michele is a humanitarian aid professional specializing in NGO coordination and engagement. She is currently employed at the Syrian INGO Regional Forum (SIRF), where she represents and coordinates with over 70 INGO members operating across all regions of Syria and addressing the Syrian refugee crisis. Additionally, she plays a crucial role in supporting the coordination of NGO networks across Syria and the broader region. Before joining SIRF, Michele worked regionally for the Durable Solutions Platform, focusing on the Middle East, and provided support to NGOs in developing programming for durable solutions. Her professional experience also includes working in Syria, Nigeria, and Ukraine. Michele holds an Erasmus Mundus Masters in Public Policy from Central European University and Institut Barcelona Estudis Internacionals, along with a BA from the University of Arizona.