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The Office of External and Intergovernmental Affairs

The Office of External and Intergovernmental Affairs (OEIA) develops constructive relationships with departmental stakeholders.  OEIA collaborates with various individuals and groups, including:

  • State and Local Elected Officials
  • Non-profit Organizations
  • Industry Groups
  • Federal Agencies
  • Government Associations

OEIA's partnerships with these stakeholders serves to carry out the priorities of the Secretary: spurring job growth, promoting renewable energy, preserving treasured landscapes, revitalizing Native American communities, and engaging youth in the outdoors.  The office also includes the volunteer initiative, Take Pride in America®, a nationwide partnership program authorized by Congress to promote the appreciation and stewardship of our nation’s public lands.


The staff of OEIA is proud to work for "America's Department," the Department of the Interior.  Please click on the links below to view biographies and photos of each member of the OEIA team.

OEIA staff

Ray Rivera, Director of External and Intergovernmental Affairs

Sarah Peterson, Deputy Director of External Affairs

Lori Faeth, Deputy Director of Intergovernmental Affairs

Cynthia Moses-Nedd, Liaison to State and Local Government

Lisa Young, Executive Director for Take Pride in America®

Douglas J. Blankinship, Volunter.Gov/Gov Project Manager

Vicki Dixon, Program Analyst

D’Andrea Jackson, Administrative Assistant to the Director

Jessica Wahl, External/Intergovernmental Affairs Specialist

Jonathan Jourdane, Special Assistant to the Director

Jordan Finegan, Special Assistant to the Director

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Last Updated on 08/12/09