Emily Balcombe
About Emily Balcombe
Emily Balcombe is an Environmental, Social & Governance Coordinator at YouGov, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in communications, policy, and gender studies, having held various roles in organizations such as United Colleges Group and the U.S. House of Representatives.
Current Role at YouGov
Emily Balcombe serves as the Environmental, Social & Governance Coordinator at YouGov, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on integrating environmental, social, and governance principles into the company's operations and strategies. Her work involves assessing and improving the company's practices in these areas to align with industry standards and stakeholder expectations.
Previous Experience at United Colleges Group
Prior to her current role, Emily worked at United Colleges Group as the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Administrator from 2020 to 2021. During her 11-month tenure in London, she contributed to initiatives aimed at promoting equality and diversity within the organization, supporting the development of inclusive policies and practices.
Educational Background
Emily Balcombe has a diverse educational background. She earned a Master of Science in Gender, Policy and Inequalities from The London School of Economics and Political Science in 2020, where she received a Distinction for her dissertation. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government and Italian from Cornell University, completed in 2016, and studied Italian Studies at Università di Bologna, with credits transferred to Cornell.
Professional Roles in Washington D.C.
Emily has held several positions in Washington D.C., contributing to her expertise in policy and governance. She worked as a Paralegal and Docketing Clerk at Kelley Drye & Warren LLP from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she served as a Legislative Intern for Congresswoman Debbie Dingell in 2017 and as a Congressional Relations Intern at the German Marshall Fund of the United States from 2016 to 2017.
Initiatives in Politics and Mentorship
Emily Balcombe has been actively involved in initiatives aimed at supporting women in politics. As the Director of Communications and Content for Arrive in Politics, she launched a mentorship program designed to assist young women in navigating political careers. She also developed an educational program that enhances mentor relationships with insights from policymakers.