Justin Milner
About Justin Milner
Justin Milner serves as the Vice President of the Research to Action Lab at the Urban Institute, where he focuses on translating research into actionable policy solutions. He has extensive experience in the non-profit, philanthropic, and public sectors, including previous roles at the Department of Health and Human Services and the Annie E. Casey Foundation.
Work at Urban Institute
Justin Milner serves as the Vice President of the Research to Action Lab at the Urban Institute. He has held this position since 2014, where he focuses on translating research findings into actionable policy solutions. His leadership in the lab emphasizes the importance of evidence-based policy to improve opportunity and mobility outcomes for various communities. Under his guidance, the lab works to bridge the gap between research and practical application in social policy.
Previous Experience in Public Policy
Before joining the Urban Institute, Justin Milner held several significant roles in public policy. He worked as a Presidential Management Fellow at the Department of Health and Human Services from 2004 to 2005, where he contributed to the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation. He then served as a Senior Associate at the Annie E. Casey Foundation from 2005 to 2013, focusing on initiatives in the Baltimore area. In 2014, he was the Director of the Bridging the Word Gap Initiative at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
Educational Background
Justin Milner has a strong academic foundation in public policy and political science. He earned a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Princeton University, where he studied public policy. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science from Yale University. His educational background supports his expertise in social policy and research translation.
Experience in Education Sector
Prior to his work in public policy, Justin Milner gained experience in the education sector as a teacher with Teach for America. He served in this role from 1999 to 2002 in Los Angeles, California. This experience contributed to his understanding of educational challenges and the importance of effective communication in social policy.
Expertise in Bridging Communication Gaps
Justin Milner possesses a strong background in bridging communication gaps between experts and non-experts in social policy areas. His work emphasizes the need for clear communication to ensure that research findings are accessible and actionable for policymakers and the public. This expertise is integral to his role at the Urban Institute, where he advocates for evidence-based policies.