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April Hawkins is an assistant vice president of MetLife Foundation, which has a global focus on financial inclusion. She is responsible for developing strategy and overseeing contributions and involvement in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. She also oversees global volunteering and employee engagement.

Hawkins’ previous grantmaking roles focused on neighborhood revitalization and youth development. Prior to joining MetLife Foundation, she was part of MetLife’s Issues Management department where she researched and analyzed policy issues affecting the financial services industry. She is a member of ABFE (Association of Black Foundation Executives) and the Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy Service for Impact Working Group.

Hawkins received a B.A. in History from Yale University.