ChangeLab Solutions
Alexis Etow has a diverse work experience in the legal and policy fields. They began their career as an Investigative Analyst at the New York County District Attorney's Office, where they conducted extensive case research for securities fraud and mortgage fraud cases. They then worked as a Legal Intern at the US Environmental Protection Agency, representing the Office of Criminal Enforcement in workgroups and researching various environmental regulations.
After that, they interned at Food & Water Watch, drafting a federal complaint challenging the legality of an open ocean aquaculture facility. They also served as a Summer Intern at the San Francisco City Attorney's Office, providing legal advice and working on zoning ordinances and housing proceedings.
At the California Department of Justice, Alexis worked as a Law Clerk, conducting legal research on electronic cigarette marketing, tobacco product sales, and health and safety code compliance. They also drafted motions and investigated statutory compliance.
Alexis then joined ChangeLab Solutions, where they held multiple roles. They started as a Law Fellow, drafting journal articles and fact sheets on healthy retail practices and affordable housing. They later became a Senior Attorney, developing policy strategies, drafting model legislation, and creating resources to improve community health. Currently, they serve as the Managing Director at ChangeLab Solutions.
Alexis Etow completed a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree at Princeton University from 2003 to 2007. Following that, they pursued a Doctor of Law (JD) degree at the American University Washington College of Law from 2010 to 2013.
ChangeLab Solutions
ChangeLab Solutions is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that uses the tools of law and policy to advance health equity. We partner with communities across the nation to improve health and opportunity by changing harmful laws, policies, and systems. Our interdisciplinary team works with community organizations, governments, and local institutions to design and implement equitable and practical policy solutions to complex health challenges. Mission: Healthier communities for all through equitable laws & policies Vision: We envision healthy, equitable communities where every person is economically secure and can attain their full health potential because: -Laws and policies are equity-focused, inclusive, and just; -Systems and institutions, including government, facilitate meaningful participation and work to eliminate unjust disparities; and -Investments prioritize people and places most affected by injustices and inequities.