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Jenny Abamu is a seasoned American journalist and diplomat, notable for her contributions in public diplomacy and education reporting. Her extensive career has seen her in significant roles across media and the U.S. Foreign Service.

Contents
1. Early life and education

2. Career

2.1. Journalism

2.2. Diplomacy

3. Awards and nominations

4. References

Early life and Education
Jenny Abamu hails from Dallas, Texas. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Baylor University and a Master's degree in International and Comparative Education from Columbia University's Teachers College.

Journalism
Abamu's journalism journey began in New York, where she took on various roles at NY1 News Channel, including field journalist, researcher, planner, and overnight assignment editor. She then transitioned to Columbia University's EdLab, working in the Development and Research Group. Her passion for education reporting was evident during her tenure at EdSurge, where she specialized in K-12 education technology. In addition to her reporting duties, she co-hosted the podcast EdSurge On Air. Abamu later moved to WAMU, Washington, D.C.'s local NPR news station, where she delved deeper into education reporting. Her investigative pieces both at a local and national level garnered her multiple award nominations. Additionally, Abamu regularly serves as a judge for the National Education Writers Association awards, further emphasizing her expertise in the field.

Diplomacy
Abamu's pivot to diplomacy began with her joining the U.S. Foreign Service through the U.S. Department of State. Her dedication saw her taking up the role of Public Diplomacy Information Officer for the U.S. Consulate General in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In her capacity as a diplomat, Abamu worked on public recruitment campaigns alongside Secretary of State Antony Blinken, showcasing her direct involvement in key diplomatic initiatives. Her diplomatic journey led her to Madrid, Spain, where she currently serves as the vice consul.

Awards and nominations
During her journalistic career, Abamu's work has been recognized with numerous award nominations. Her in-depth reporting at NPR earned her finalist spots for the prestigious Livingston Award for Young Journalists and the Investigative Reporters and Editors Audio Reporting award.