Leah Adelson

Leah Adelson is a skilled professional in public administration, currently serving as a Senior Associate at the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund since May 2023. Prior to this role, Leah worked as a Consultant for the Brennan Center for Justice, providing project support for the Democracy Program portfolio. Leah's previous experience includes positions such as a Graduate Summer Associate at the Center for High Impact Philanthropy, focusing on Mental Health and Wellness, and a Policy Associate at the NYC Office of the Mayor within the Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice. Leah also served as a Trial Preparation Assistant at the Manhattan District Attorney's Office and held the role of Lead Fellows Aide at Yale University, assisting Dr. Elizabeth Bradley. Leah holds a Master of Public Administration from NYU's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service and a Bachelor of Arts with Distinction in History from Yale University.