Jennifer Thompson

Jennifer Thompson is the Senior Director at Equal Measure, a nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, focused on evaluation and consulting in social change initiatives. She has over 20 years of experience in leading and implementing evaluations using mixed methods for data collection and analysis, particularly in areas such as economic mobility, youth development, education, and workforce development.12

Professional Background

At Equal Measure, Thompson manages a diverse portfolio of evaluation projects, collaborating with both local and national philanthropic and nonprofit organizations. Notable projects include her work with the Aspen Institute Forum for Community Solutions' Opportunity Youth Forum and the Annie E. Casey Foundation's LEAP initiative, which aims to improve outcomes for young people involved in public systems or experiencing homelessness.12

Before her current role, Thompson held various positions, including Director at Equal Measure and Vice President at Branch Associates, Inc., where she led numerous program evaluations across different social policy fields. She also has experience as a research analyst at the American Institutes for Research, where she focused on analyzing educational outcomes using large national data sets.123

Education

Thompson holds a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the College of the Holy Cross, a Master's degree in Sociology from the University of Arizona, and a PhD in Sociology from the University of Pennsylvania.12

Her extensive background in sociology and evaluation positions her as a key figure in advancing social change through data-driven insights and collaborative efforts with various stakeholders in the nonprofit sector.