Profile

I’m eager to learn the academic theory behind public policy; the concepts and ideas that underpin the way we look at development across the world, and especially in Africa."

“Overcoming that initial fear taught me to not be afraid to be in another country—to not be afraid of anything, really.”

“I want to use data more with greater precision and better understand how it can be used to inform policy processes and decisions.”

“My purpose is to help. I am looking to combine my passion for policy, education, and politics to make changes.”

“While I enjoy the experience of research, it needs to have an impact—not just be an intellectual exercise. Harris is trying to find the link between research and impact and thinking about why research is important.”

“Throughout my journey of studying economics and working in and alongside the public sector, I have seen the necessity of effective leadership and evidence-based policies to drive sustainable change.”