Devon Berkshire
Devon Berkshire is a creative leader, producer, and strategist with more than two decades of experience in nonprofit leadership, event production, and mission-driven work. She previously served as Director of Fieldwide Programming at Theatre Communications Group (TCG), where she helped lead major national convenings and initiatives, facilitated coalitions, and developed programs addressing leadership, equity, climate action, and organizational change. Devon has also produced theatre and events, advised and co-founded nonprofit initiatives, and facilitated dialogue and strategy sessions. She holds degrees from Vassar College and Harvard’s American Repertory Theater (ART), with additional training from NYU and the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Social Impact Strategy. At AMUNC I, Ms. Berkshire will address delegates during Opening Ceremonies on leadership, collaboration, and building meaningful connections across differences.
Sami Steigmann
Sami Steigmann is a Holocaust Survivor and speaker with a truly moving story. As a young child, Sami was subjected to medical experiments within a labor camp before being liberated and moving to Israel. After serving in the Israeli Air Force, Sami moved to America, where he became a speaker, educating people worldwide about the atrocities of the Holocaust. Sami spreads beautiful messages of remembrance, embracing religious pride, and holding onto positivity throughout the darkest times. Sami will be addressing each committee individually at times determined by the Secretary-General and USG of Committees.