Suzanne Wikle

Suzanne Wikle is a seasoned policy analyst and project director with extensive experience in health policy, particularly concerning Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act. Currently serving as a Senior Policy Analyst and Project Director at the Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP) since February 2015, Suzanne leads health policy initiatives, evaluates state waiver applications, and contributes to developing a racial equity policy framework. Prior to CLASP, Suzanne provided policy and advocacy consulting services and held significant roles including Senior Policy Analyst at Community Catalyst and Senior Director of Policy and Research at Kansas Action for Children. Suzanne has a Master's in Social Work from the University of Kansas and a Bachelor’s in Anthropology from Washington University in St. Louis. Additionally, Suzanne has experience as an adjunct faculty member, teaching graduate-level courses in social welfare program and policy analysis.