DEVIN WRIGHT

As the Manager of Special Projects at RISE INDY, Devin brings experience in research, strategy, and community engagement to advance educational equity in Indianapolis. Her work focuses on managing initiatives like the Board Governance Training, conducting critical policy research, and supporting communication efforts. With a deep commitment to education justice, she ensures students remain at the heart of decision-making processes.

Devin holds a bachelor's degree in political science and French from Spelman College and a master's degree in political science from the University of California, San Diego. Through her education, she developed expertise in research design, racial and ethnic politics, and data analysis, supporting undergraduates through mentorship programs and fostering collaboration within academic and community groups.

A proud Indiana native and a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Devin is proficient in multiple research tools and uses these skills to broaden the impact of her work. She is dedicated to creating opportunities for students to thrive and empowering communities to demand and achieve systemic change in education.