Divya

Divya Baron

With a background in research, Divya helps support the Commerce and Infrastructure team on major research projects.

Location
Washington, D.C.
Position
Policy Analyst
Expertise
Political Campaigns, Data Research, Policy Analysis
Professional Experience
Government Outcomes Lab, Poverty and Inequality Research Lab, Political Campaigns
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Divya Baron is a Policy Analyst with BGR’s Commerce and Infrastructure Practice. In this role, Divya helps support the Commerce and Infrastructure team with policy briefings, research, and legislative tracking.  

Divya most recently worked as a Policy Engagement Assistant at the Government Outcomes Lab where she focused on social outcomes-based contracting mechanisms. She has also worked at the Poverty and Inequality Research Lab, where she conducted mixed methods research on the impact of housing vouchers for low-income families. 

Divya has a background in political campaigns and research; she was the Deputy Campaign Manager for Rep. Dr. Yadira Caraveo’s successful 2022 congressional election. She also served as the Deputy Campaign for Delegate Alex Askew, and as a Finance Assistant for Senator Mark Kelly. 

Areas of Focus

  • Transportation
  • Infrastructure
  • Research

Education

  • Johns Hopkins

    BA, International Studies and Sociology 
  • University of Oxford, Blavatnik School of Government

    Master of Public Policy