The Raymond John Wean Foundation announced this week the addition of two staff members: Aditi Srivastava as program officer, grantmaking, and Chyna Mitchell-Parker as executive administrator.
Originally from Nashville, Srivastava comes to the Wean Foundation by way of London, where she received a master’s degree in international social and public policy from the London School of Economics and before that, a bachelor’s degree in international relations and human rights from the University of Sussex. She brings with her experience in project management, race equity research and community engagement.
In her role as Program Officer, Grantmaking, she leverages her expertise to evaluate grants and understand community needs. Driven by the belief that informed policy can transform lives, she is dedicated to fostering equity and inclusion in every aspect of her work.
“Each grant represents an opportunity to support innovative solutions and uplift voices that often go unheard,” Srivastava said.
As Executive Administrator, Mitchell-Parker supports the executive office and overall operations of the Wean Foundation.
A graduate of The Ohio State University, she brings more than 10 years of cross-industry experience and a strong background in event coordination, administrative support and fostering collaboration across teams. Her previous experience includes leading her own consulting firm focused on project management and administrative support, as well as positions supporting education and youth services and strategic projects.
“At the Wean Foundation, I have the opportunity to contribute to a mission I believe in,” she said. “I am excited to work in an environment that welcomes innovation and values employees holistically … Ultimately, I strive to be a catalyst for positive change and growth within the organization.”