Laura Schroeder

Laura Schroeder has a diverse professional background with experience in policy, advocacy, and education. Notable positions include Deputy Director of Policy and Advocacy at Freedom House, Lead for Congressional Affairs at PEN America, and Senior Analyst in Government Affairs and Public Policy at Google. Laura's career began with Teach For America as a Corps Member and later included roles as a High School Social Studies Teacher and Public Policy Fellow at the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education. Laura also served as a Program Analyst at the U.S. Department of State and was recognized as a McCain Global Leader at the McCain Institute. Educational credentials include a Bachelor's Degree in Spanish Language and Literature, Global Studies, and Political Science from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.