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Laura Poswell

Executive DirectorJ‑PAL Africa

Biography

I manage the amazing J-PAL Africa team that works to reduce poverty through ensuring policy is informed by scientific evidence. We do research, policy outreach and training. We work closely with policymakers, practitioners and development partners in Africa and with our global network of academics. We are currently working on exciting big projects including Teaching at the Right Level Africa (TaRL Africa) and the Africa Research Initiative on Identification, Payments, and Governance.

Regional Focus

Eastern and Southern Africa, West and Central Africa