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Faith
Massey

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Faith Massey

In Her Own Words

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Faith Massey is a policy researcher and community organizer with a passion for dismantling systemic inequities that disproportionately affect the Black community. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with an emphasis in quantitative research methods from American University, where she will be honored with the President's Award at her upcoming graduation ceremony.

Faith is the recipient of two prestigious honors: the Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship — a $25,000 scholarship paired with a $10,000 public service grant — and the Faith and Politics John Lewis Scholars program, a bipartisan initiative that educates participants on nonviolent civil rights history and activism in honor of Congressman John Lewis's legacy.

Her research applies data-driven analysis, leveraging applied statistics and data science to examine the real-world impacts of policy. She has pursued advanced study at the Harvard Kennedy School and Georgetown University, and has conducted health policy research at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

A former Congressional Black Caucus Foundation intern, Faith has served in the offices of Representative Terri Sewell (AL-07) and Senator Amy Klobuchar (MN-D), focusing on health and education policy. She aspires to pursue a Ph.D. in social policy and is currently seeking full-time roles in research and policy analysis.

Faith with students
"The work that doesn't make headlines is often the work that matters most."
Faith Massey
Faith Massey speaking at podium

As Featured In

American University Magazine
"Audacious Changemaker: Dream Big"
Faith Massey, CAS/BA '25, enjoyed a fantastic voyage this past summer as a 2023–25 Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship for Public Service recipient.
December 2024 Read
The Faith & Politics Institute
"Faith Massey | The Faith and Politics Institute"
Faith plans to be first in her family to earn a PhD and become a social policy analyst focused on reducing systemic inequalities for the black community.
July 2025 Read
The Obama Foundation
"Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship"
I plan on addressing systemic racism and racial discrimination. I hope to work towards ensuring equal rights that will create positive systemic outcomes for Black individuals.
2023 Read
The Faith & Politics Institute
"1971 Richmond High School Sit-Ins"
An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Scholar Faith Massey of Vicki Robinson a Richmond, Indiana native who, as a Black student, helped lead the 1971 Richmond High School sit-in against racial discrimination in school activities and opportunities.
August 2023 Read
American University
"President’s Award Winner Has Faith in Herself"
Sociology major Faith Massey, CAS/BA ’25, is the recipient of AU’s highest undergraduate honor.
January 2025 Read
LISC DC
"2025 Oramenta Newsome Community Development Fellowship"
Faith Massey is a former Congressional Black Caucus Foundation intern in the Office of representative Terri Sewell (AL-07) and Senator Amy Klobuchar (MN-D), where she focuses on health and education policy.
June 2025 Read

Curriculum Vitae

Education
  • B.A. Sociology — American University
Areas of Expertise
  • Community Organizing
  • Cultural Policy
  • Public Speaking
  • Media & Advocacy
  • Nonprofit Leadership
Recognition
  • Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship
  • The Faith and Politics John Lewis Scholars program
Speaking
  • The Faith & Politics Institute
Professional Experience
Executive Director
Organization Name, City, State
Led a team of 18 full-time staff and managed an annual budget of $2.4M, overseeing programs serving over 10,000 community members annually.
Senior Policy Advisor
Office of the Mayor / City Agency
Developed and managed equity-focused policy initiatives across housing, education, and economic development.
Community Organizer
Grassroots Coalition, Washington D.C.
Mobilized residents across 12 neighborhoods to participate in local governance and amplify underrepresented voices.
Publications & Media
Contributing Writer
Various National Publications
Regular contributor on civic engagement, cultural identity, and public leadership. Work has appeared in The Atlantic, Essence, and The Root.
Podcast Guest & Co-Host
Multiple Platforms
Appeared on 30+ episodes discussing leadership, culture, and systemic change. Co-hosted a 6-episode limited series on community power building.

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