Tonia Callender
Research Fellow, GWI
Tonia Callender specializes in conducting economic and legal research and analysis. Tonia has advised private and public organizations worldwide to help to promote more equitable development. She has worked with government and community organizations in the DC Metro region to enhance public-private partnerships that help underserved populations, and she has designed and evaluated a wide range of public programs, ranging from micro-business development to substance abuse treatment. Currently, Tonia is focusing on mental health and wellness policy and practices to improve well-being across the lifespan. Previously, she worked with SRI International, consulting for a diverse range of international clients. Tonia received her B.A. in economics from Yale University, her Master’s in public policy from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government, and her law degree from the University of Virginia.
Research Fellow, GWI
Tonia Callender specializes in conducting economic and legal research and analysis. Tonia has advised private and public organizations worldwide to help to promote more equitable development. She has worked with government and community organizations in the DC Metro region to enhance public-private partnerships that help underserved populations, and she has designed and evaluated a wide range of public programs, ranging from micro-business development to substance abuse treatment. Currently, Tonia is focusing on mental health and wellness policy and practices to improve well-being across the lifespan. Previously, she worked with SRI International, consulting for a diverse range of international clients. Tonia received her B.A. in economics from Yale University, her Master’s in public policy from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government, and her law degree from the University of Virginia.