About
Information Executive & Change Agent.
Zithri Ahmed Saleem, MSIS
Information and Learning Scientist
Doctoral Candidate @ UW Information School
A Lifelong Commitment to Empowerment
Whether functioning as an executive, entrepreneur, or academic researcher, my work has pushed for democracy and social justice through improving technology related policies, services, products, and programs.
Educator. Mentor. Difference-maker.
For decades, I have dedicated countless hours to ensuring students and people from marginalized backgrounds have pathways to meaningful participation in technology development and civic life in the United States, Africa, and Europe.
Work and Research Experience
As an executive and consultant, I have worked across sectors to support leaders and organizations to develop information and learning solutions, including:
City of Seattle Office of Economic Development
Duquesne University
Equal Opportunity Schools (EOS)
Foster Business School
German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMFUS)
Idaho Commission on the Arts
Inneract Project
Latino Network
Rutgers Business School
Seattle Public Schools (SPS)
State of Kentucky
Technology Access Foundation (TAF)
University of Washington
United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA)
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA)
Quick Links to Services, Research and Case Studies.
“As leaders, we can’t be afraid to place the needs and experiences of those at the margins of society at the center of mainstream technology and economic development efforts. ”
Education
Doctoral Candidate in Information Science, University of Washington Information School
Masters of Science in Information Science, University of Washington Information School
B.S. in Interdisciplinary & Behavioral Studies, Eastern Washington University
Awards and Honors
Presidential Fellowship (2016 – 2020), University of Washington
German Marshall Memorial Fellowship (2016), German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMFUS)
Washington State Arts Commissioner (2015 - 2018), Appointed by Governor Inslee of WA State
Alumni Award (2011), National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Region II