Erica Henderson
About Erica Henderson
Erica Henderson is a Research Associate at the Urban Institute in Washington, D.C., where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in criminology and has held various research and analytical roles, including a position as a Research Analyst at the Urban Institute from 2018 to 2021.
Current Position at Urban Institute
Erica Henderson currently serves as a Research Associate at the Urban Institute, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she contributes to various research projects focusing on social and economic issues. The Urban Institute is known for its commitment to providing data-driven insights to inform policy decisions.
Previous Experience at Urban Institute
Prior to her current role, Erica Henderson worked as a Research Analyst at the Urban Institute from 2018 to 2021. During her three years in this position, she engaged in research that supported the organization’s mission to improve social and economic conditions through evidence-based analysis.
Education and Academic Background
Erica Henderson earned her Master of Arts in Criminology from The George Washington University, studying from 2016 to 2018. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland College Park, where she studied from 2012 to 2016. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her research work.
Professional Experience Prior to Urban Institute
Before joining the Urban Institute, Erica held several positions that contributed to her expertise. She worked as a Graduate Assistant at The George Washington University from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she served as a Security Operations Center Monitor at UMPD Security Operations Center for three months in 2015 and interned at the U.S. Census Bureau in the Criminal Justice Branch from 2015 to 2016.