Rachel Pulda joined Tahirih in 2025. As Director of Communications, she is responsible for a broad range of public relations and communications tactics aligned to the strategic direction and priorities of the Tahirih Justice Center and its leadership. Prior to joining Tahirih, Rachel worked at the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), most recently as the Associate Director of Marketing.

“I am inspired to work here because of its unwavering commitment to protecting immigrant survivors of gender-based violence and believe that our holistic approach combined with its policy, advocacy, and training work creates real, lasting change.”

Education: University of Washington, BA in Political Science; Johns Hopkins University, Krieger School of Arts and Science, Master of Arts in Government.

Hometown: Seattle, WA