Senior Fellow; Co-Leader of Environmental Policy
Grace Austin grew up in Cambridge, MA and is now a rising sophomore at Brown University with the intention of double majoring in Environmental Studies and Public Policy. In an effort to increase transparency around students’ rights on campus, Grace has been an active member of the Brown ACLU, and now serves as secretary of the chapter. Outside of the academic sphere, Grace enjoys biking, playing frisbee, and attempting to cook.
While campaigning for candidates in the 2020 U.S. Senate and presidential elections, Grace recognized the importance of communicating about political issues in an approachable manner. Listening to voters’ stories directly motivated Grace to ensure she produces accessible, engaging research that reflects a variety of perspectives and addresses pressing issues.