Overcoming Information Chaos: Danielle Reiff

Jul 9

Danielle M. Reiff is a writer, peacebuilder, and Baha'i. For 20 years, Danielle advanced democracy, human rights, and peace around the world as a diplomat with the U.S.Agency for International Development (USAID). She is the founder of the non-partisan Peacebuilders initiative to promote empathy, dialogue, and other forms of nonviolence during this volatile time in the U.S. Her first book, an edited volume called “Overcoming Information Chaos: A Guide for Building Peaceful Communities in the Digital Age” will be published by Upriver Press in July 2025. In this engaging conversation, Danielle M Reiff shares her remarkable journey from a small town in Pennsylvania to becoming a diplomat and advocate for women's leadership globally. She discusses her experiences in the Peace Corps in Burkina Faso, the challenges and triumphs of promoting women's political participation, and the importance of community dialogue in overcoming polarization. Danielle emphasizes the need for confidence in leadership roles and the significance of building trust within diverse communities. She also recommends insightful resources for those interested in social change and personal growth.