Meghan Benton

Meghan Benton is the Director of the International Program at the Migration Policy Institute, where leadership encompasses policy innovation in labor mobility, international protection, and climate mobility, alongside responsibilities in fundraising and financial management. Previously, Meghan served as Research Director for MPI International and MPI Europe, focusing on the design and quality of research on humanitarian protection, migration, labor mobility, and integration. Earlier roles include positions as Assistant Director for Research and Senior Policy Analyst at MPI, a Senior Researcher at Nesta, and a Policy Analyst at MPI, and Research Associate at the Constitution Unit. Educational credentials include a PhD in Political Science and Government and an M.A. in Political Theory from University College London. Areas of expertise encompass intra-EU mobility, immigrant integration, and workforce development.