Our Staff
Sarah L. Desmarais, PhD, President & CEO
Sarah L. Desmarais, PhD, joined Policy Research Associates (PRA) in 2021 and has been its President and CEO since 2022. She is responsible for the overall success and performance of PRA. Dr. Desmarais works on issues at the intersection of public health and community safety. Her current research is focused on evidence-based practices for reducing detention rates, especially among people with behavioral health needs. Dr. Desmarais has authored more than 140 peer-reviewed publications in journals, including the American Journal of Public Health, Criminal Justice and Behavior, and Law and Human Behavior... Continue Reading
PRA has approximately 70 employees, all dedicated to our areas of expertise. Our staff is composed of individuals with a diverse range of personal and professional experiences organized into program areas that reflect topical and technical areas of expertise.
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Jasher Blocker Harris
Senior Project Associate