The Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) is a global research center working to reduce poverty by ensuring that policy is informed by scientific evidence. Anchored by a network of more than 900 researchers at universities around the world, J-PAL conducts randomized impact evaluations to answer critical questions in the fight against poverty.
The Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) is a global research center working to reduce poverty by ensuring that policy is informed by scientific evidence. Anchored by a network of more than 1,000 researchers at universities around the world, J-PAL conducts randomized impact evaluations to answer critical questions in the fight against poverty.
Our affiliated professors are based at over 120 universities and conduct randomized evaluations around the world to design, evaluate, and improve programs and policies aimed at reducing poverty. They set their own research agendas, raise funds to support their evaluations, and work with J-PAL staff on research, policy outreach, and training.
Our research, policy, and training work is fundamentally better when it is informed by a broad range of perspectives.
Policy & Communications Manager, J-PAL Middle East and North Africa
Sarah William is a Policy Manager at J-PAL Middle East and North Africa where she plays a pivotal role in advancing the culture of Randomised Controlled Trials (RCTs) and evidence-based policy making within the health sector. In her role she collaborates with researchers, practitioners, donors, and government stakeholders to facilitate the inception of new research projects that answer relevant policy questions. Additionally, Sarah is dedicated to facilitating the use of rigorous existing evidence derived from J-PAL’s practice to catalyze the formulation of informed policies and development projects.
Prior to joining J-PAL in 2023, she was leading on the design, implementation, and monitoring of projects focusing on disability inclusion, maternal and child health and nutrition, and food security. Her previous roles included positions at Life Vision for Development, Caritas Egypt, and the Egyptian Food Bank.
Sarah holds an MA in International Public Health from the University of Sydney and a Bachelor of Pharmacy and Biotechnology from the German University in Cairo.