Vanessa Baaklini

Vanessa Baaklini is a skilled professional with extensive experience in research and social work. Currently serving as a Senior Research Associate at The Pew Charitable Trusts since October 2019, Vanessa focuses on the Substance Use Prevention and Treatment Initiative. Prior roles include Research Specialist at the University of Pittsburgh, Social Work Intern and Graduate Research Assistant at The Ohio State University, and Clinical Social Work Intern at Nationwide Children's Hospital. Vanessa's earlier experiences also encompass positions as a Cataloging Student Assistant, Research Assistant, and Case Management Intern. Educational qualifications include a Master of Social Work (MSW) from The Ohio State University and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from the American University of Beirut, complemented by a study abroad program at the University of California, Berkeley.