Carrie Parsons

Senior Policy Analyst

MPP, Georgetown University

15+ years experience

Sarah Jenkins is a Senior Policy Analyst at Veteran's Voice Advocacy, boasting 15 years of dedicated experience in veterans' affairs. She holds a Master of Public Policy from Georgetown University, where her thesis focused on the impact of federal policy on veteran reintegration. Her expertise lies in crafting and implementing legislative strategies to improve mental health services for post-9/11 veterans, a passion stemming from her belief in a holistic approach to veteran well-being. Prior to Veteran's Voice Advocacy, she served as a Policy Advisor at the National Veterans Council, contributing to numerous impactful initiatives. Her work was instrumental in the passage of the 'Veterans Mental Wellness Act,' significantly expanding access to tele-mental health support nationwide. Readers can expect her articles to offer insightful analysis of current legislation, strategic recommendations for policy improvements, and a deep understanding of the challenges facing the veteran community, always grounded in evidence-based research.

Articles by Carrie Parsons