Shakti Belway
About Shakti Belway
Shakti Belway serves as the Executive Director at the National Center for Youth Law, a position held since 2023. Previously, Belway worked as the Deputy Director of Litigation, Policy & Program at the same organization from 2020 to 2023 and has an educational background that includes a JD from Stanford Law School and ongoing studies in Ethics, Politics & Economics at Yale University.
Work at National Center For Youth Law
Shakti Belway currently serves as the Executive Director at the National Center for Youth Law. She has held this position since 2023. Prior to this role, she worked as the Deputy Director of Litigation, Policy & Program at the same organization from 2020 to 2023. In her capacity as Executive Director, she oversees various initiatives aimed at improving the legal and social outcomes for youth.
Education and Expertise
Shakti Belway studied at Stanford Law School, where she earned her Doctor of Law (JD) degree from 2002 to 2005. She also pursued her undergraduate studies at Yale University, focusing on Ethics, Politics & Economics, and is working towards her Bachelor’s Degree, which she began in 2001. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in youth law and policy.
Background
Shakti Belway has a background in law and policy, with significant experience in youth advocacy. Her tenure at the National Center for Youth Law has allowed her to develop expertise in litigation and program management, contributing to her leadership role as Executive Director.
Achievements
During her time at the National Center for Youth Law, Shakti Belway has contributed to various projects and initiatives focused on youth legal rights. Her role as Deputy Director involved overseeing litigation and policy development, which laid the groundwork for her current leadership position.