Kalliope Kokolis is a consultant to the World Bank's External Affairs Operational Communication department (EXTOC). She has several years of experience in marketing and communications outreach. Kalliope holds her undergraduate degree in Media Studies and Foreign Affairs from the University of Virginia, a master’s degree in Communication, Culture and Technology from Georgetown University and received a certificate in International Affairs and Multilateral Governance from The Graduate Institute in Geneva, Switzerland. She is particularly interested in the use of social media for advocacy.