Jennifer Linares

Jennifer is a Project Lead at Value for Women and brings over six years of experience in international development. Her expertise lies in spearheading initiatives focused on women’s economic empowerment, financial inclusion, and digital literacy across diverse regions including Africa, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.

Passionate about fostering financial inclusion through collaborative efforts, Jennifer thrives on engaging with public, private, and civil society stakeholders. Throughout her career, she has forged impactful partnerships with renowned organizations such as CARE, GIZ, UNESCO, USAID, and the World Bank.

Jennifer holds a Master of Arts in International Development with concentrations in Latin American Studies and Project Management from Sciences Po Paris, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and French Language and Literature from Stony Brook University. Fluent in English, Spanish, and French, Jennifer brings a multicultural perspective to her work.