Co-Executive Director (Co-ED)
Laura Vaudreuil has been honored to serve as Executive Director at Refugee & Immigrant Transitions since 2003, and to be part of the organization since 2001. With a passion for human rights and education, Laura provides leadership for Refugee & Immigrant Transitions, partnering with an amazing team to welcome people who’ve sought refuge and expand services responsive to their needs. She works closely with a dedicated board of directors, diverse staff, and hundreds of committed volunteers to help our students get on pathways to education, citizenship, and employment opportunities. Under Laura's leadership, Refugee & Immigrant Transitions has forged strong partnerships with school districts, nonprofits, and city and county agencies throughout the Bay Area. This has led to the development and expansion of the agency’s education programs serving young children, youth, and adults; leadership opportunities for community members; wellness programs; and family support services.
Laura holds an undergraduate degree in international relations with minor degrees in economics and Spanish from the University of Minnesota, as well as a Master's degree in teaching English to speakers of other languages from San Francisco State University. Laura has worked in education since 1998, and has taught English and citizenship at City College of San Francisco as well as pre-university preparation and writing in the multilingual composition program at San Francisco State University.
Laura loves her work at RIT! She takes inspiration from our students and community members and continues to learn so much from them.