Blake Draper works with the Director and Assistant Director on strategic planning for the advancement of the Claude Pepper Center’s Intercultural Dialogue initiative. His primary purpose is to assist in establishing relationships between the Claude Pepper Center, universities, individuals, and foundations around the world. His duties include: donor research; development; and coordination of the Center’s various programs and conferences. Blake is a graduate student at Florida State University, pursuing a Master’s degree in International Affairs. His academic interests include international immigration, Latin American politics and society.