impact evaluation
Leya Mohsin is the Evidence-Based Policy Manager at the Federation of American Scientists. Her work focuses on identifying opportunities to advance the generation, synthesis, and uptake of research evidence into federal policymaking.
Prior to her work at FAS, Leya was part of the Evidence and Evaluation team at Arnold Ventures, where she supported the development and management of grant-making in rigorous impact evaluation and evidence-based policy. While her work today looks across a wide range of social policy issues, her background is in education, having started her career as a high school math teacher. Leya holds a Master’s degree in Education Policy and Leadership from American University, and a Bachelor’s degree in economics, policy studies, and civic leadership from Rice University.