Rebecca Bernstein is the Program Manager at Sister Cities International. She holds a Master of Arts in Eurasian, Russian, and East European Studies from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Arts in Jewish Studies and Russian Language and Literature from the University of Maryland, with a minor in Nonprofit Leadership and Social Innovation. Her professional interests include international exchange and cultural diplomacy, while her academic interests focus on Jewish history and cultural heritage in the post-Soviet space. Her international experience includes time in Poland and Kyrgyzstan, where she focused on cultural programming, research, and educational initiatives. With proficiency in Russian and experience in nonprofit leadership, Rebecca is passionate about fostering cross-cultural connections and advancing global collaboration.