Meet our new Lead Junior Research Associate: Dr. Madasen Briggs

It’s been an exciting summer of growth for Research in Action! In addition to our new Senior Research Associate, we’re delighted to introduce our new Lead Junior Research Associate: Dr. Madasen Briggs! Learn more about Dr. Briggs in the short interview below.

What is your passion for equity and justice in the community?

My personal background and journey through academia kindled a passion for the ways that equity and justice are entwined with knowledge production and access.

What would you like to share about your educational and professional background

I have my PhD in Behavioral Science with a specialization in social psychology. I was fortunate to receive additional training in areas like educational and health psychology, but my research passions have always centered the interplay between the self and environments/society, particularly as it relates to collective liberation. Prior to joining RIA, I was a Data Analyst and a Qualitative Research Consultant throughout my graduate degree. 

What skills do you bring to your work at RIA?

In my current role, I’m able to channel my mixed methods training and commitment to antiracist, participatory methods to support projects led by impacted communities. I'm particularly excited to offer up my training in R programming and reflexive qualitative analyses in support of methods that are creative and responsive to folks' needs. 

What are you most excited in your job at RIA?

Within RIA, I am most excited to platform impacted peoples and co-develop strategies that drive meaningful change. I am also excited to collaborate with and learn from my colleagues in an environment that embraces us holistically.

Connect with Dr. Briggs at madasenbriggs@researchinaction.com.