profile of Margie fishman

Marjorie Fishman

Senior Writer, Communications

Margie contributes content to the AWI Quarterly, Annual Report, website, special publications, and to other communications campaigns that educate and inform the public to advance AWI’s advocacy goals.

After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor’s degree in sociology, Margie worked as a print journalist for more than two decades, most recently as an investigative reporter for the USA Today network. Her previous roles have included editor, pet columnist, qualitative research consultant, and marketing content specialist for nonprofit and for-profit organizations.

Before coming to AWI in 2018, Margie volunteered with pet therapy programs, local animal shelters, and humane education projects. She enjoys dancing, reading, swimming, traveling abroad, visiting animal rescues and sanctuaries, and spending time in nature with her hound mix, Henry.