As Communications Director, Ashley Nelson leads all aspects of ICSC’s communications efforts, including marketing, public relations, and advocacy. As a member of the senior leadership team, she plays an integral role in shaping the strategic direction of the organization, and facilitating communication between ICSC, members, and the general public. Before coming to ICSC, she worked as Communications Manager at the Anne Frank Center USA, the oldest partner of the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, where the young writer spent two years hiding from the Nazis.

In addition, Ashley writes on culture, politics and women for a variety of publications, including The New York Times, www.oprah.com, The Guardian, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, The Nation, Salon, & Dissent. Specific topics covered have included women’s health, economic security, reproductive rights, welfare, divorce, domestic violence, and maternity benefits, among many others.