She’s Back! Dr. Riva Brown’s NEW position with the American Red Cross

The American Red Cross Greater Arkansas Chapter has a new leader, and she brings a remarkable record of service and global impact. In this episode, we welcome Dr. Riva Brown, Executive Director of the Greater Arkansas Chapter, to talk about her humanitarian journey and vision for the Red Cross.

Dr. Brown first connected with the Red Cross in 2023 when she deployed to Guam to assist with disaster relief following Typhoon Mawar. Her commitment was quickly recognized with the 2024 Outstanding New Board Member Award. Beyond her Red Cross service, she has traveled to Rwanda, Senegal, and Turkey, working on international development projects and was honored as Winrock International’s 2024 Farmer-to-Farmer Volunteer of the Year for her work in Senegal.

With a background in journalism, public relations, and academia, Dr. Brown has dedicated her career to advancingglobal learning, strengthening nonprofit collaboration, and championing sustainable development. Locally, she has been recognized with the University of Central Arkansas Public Service Award for Faculty Excellence and the Global Learning Faculty Leader of the Year Award.

She shares why the mission of the Red Cross aligns so closely with her personal values and how principles of humanity and selflessness guide her leadership.