Irene Basloe Saraf

Irene Basloe Saraf has extensive experience in leadership and advocacy for housing policies, budget equity, and community development. Currently serving on the Board of Directors for the Washington State Budget & Policy Center and the Camp Ramah in California, Irene previously held significant roles including founding board president and vice president at the Washington Housing Alliance Action Fund. Irene has also contributed to various organizations like the University Child Development School, King County Housing Authority, Tenants Union of Washington State, and the National Low Income Housing Coalition in capacities focused on tenant rights, housing policy, and organizational development. Irene holds a JD from New York University School of Law, an AM in Public Policy from the University of Chicago, and a BA in Humanities from Yale University.