Sophie Dara

Sophie Dara was formerly a Research Analyst at EC*REACH. In this role, she conducted qualitative and quantitative analyses to answer "rapid response" research questions from partners and community members through descriptive reports. Sophie is interested in examining how education and poverty-alleviation policies can impact the social and economic mobility of communities. Prior to joining EC*REACH, she worked as a research assistant for the University of Michigan's Education Policy Initiative and as an intern at the National Women's Law Center. Sophie holds a BA in Public Policy from the University of Michigan's Ford School. Growing up, Sophie visited family in Chicago often, and is excited to be making this new city home.