Senior Strategic
Communications Leader
Increasing the visibility, reputation and impact of global health, human rights, and arts organizations
Barbara Ayotte is a convener, curator and campaigner, connecting ideas, words and images to achieve global impact. She is a storyteller and writer/editor, known for enhancing brands and engaging key stakeholders with creative and compelling content. Barbara has managed and motivated high-performing strategic communications and advocacy teams including the Nobel Peace Prize-winning Physicians for Human Rights (PHR), the International Campaign to Ban Landmines (ICBL), and the global health nonprofit, Management Sciences for Health (MSH). She edits ZEKE magazine, a leading global documentary photography magazine and works with photographers to raise awareness of global issues through digital strategies and gallery exhibitions. She has worked in complex environments around the world.