Ella M. S.

Ella M. S. is an experienced professional in the fields of AI policy and civic technology, currently serving as an AI Policy Associate at Holistic AI since February 2024 and as a Researcher at Nesta for the Civic AI Observatory since July 2023. Prior roles include working as a Graduate Research Consultant at the Internet Society, where Ella contributed to a project focused on internet integrity, and a series of positions at Internews, culminating in a role as Program Consultant specializing in Civic Space and Platform Accountability. Earlier experience includes an internship with the U.S. House of Representatives, supporting the Foreign Affairs Subcommittee. Academic qualifications include a Master of Public Administration in Digital Technology and Policy from UCL and a Bachelor of Arts in Political and Social Thought with a focus on Global Sustainability from the University of Virginia.