Sophie Mraz, Mph
About Sophie Mraz, Mph
Sophie Mraz is a Policy Analyst at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, where she develops advocacy strategies and analyzes federal policies related to health care. She holds a Master of Public Health from Yale School of Public Health and has extensive experience in health policy and reproductive health.
Work at Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Sophie Mraz serves as a Policy Analyst at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, a position she has held since 2022. In her role, she develops advocacy strategies aimed at enhancing access to sexual and reproductive health services. Mraz focuses on analyzing the impact of federal policies on Planned Parenthood health centers and their patients. She also addresses federal regulations related to health care nondiscrimination and religious refusal, contributing to the organization's mission of providing comprehensive health care.
Previous Experience in Health Policy
Before joining Planned Parenthood, Sophie Mraz worked as a Policy & Research Associate at the New York Health Foundation from 2019 to 2021. She also held various internships, including a Reproductive Health Program Intern at Population Council in 2018, a Policy Intern at NARAL Pro-Choice Connecticut in 2019, and a Patient Education Associate at Callen-Lorde Community Health Center from 2016 to 2017. These roles provided her with a solid foundation in health policy and advocacy.
Education and Expertise
Sophie Mraz earned her Master of Public Health (MPH) degree in Health Policy from Yale School of Public Health, where she studied from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in International Studies from Vassar College, completing her studies from 2011 to 2015. Mraz's educational background equips her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her work in health policy and advocacy.
Internship and Research Experience
Sophie Mraz has gained valuable research experience through various internships. In 2018, she worked as a Student Researcher at Yale Law School's Global Health Justice Partnership and at Planned Parenthood of Southern New England, Inc. These positions allowed her to engage in research related to health policy and reproductive rights, further enhancing her expertise in the field.