Amanda Jean Stevenson

Amanda Jean Stevenson is an Affiliate Assistant Professor of Sociology at the University of Colorado Boulder, affiliated with the Information Science program.

Her research focuses on reproductive health policy, with key areas including:

• Life course consequences of access to highly effective contraception
• Impact of judicial bypass process changes for minors seeking abortion in Texas
• Social movement responses to abortion restrictions, emphasizing intersectionality and emotional dynamics

Dr. Stevenson leads a U.S. Census Bureau-based research team evaluating contraceptive access outcomes and co-leads a Texas collaboration assessing judicial bypass reforms. Her work translates into policy impact through legislative testimony, a custom impact estimation app, and media engagement, with research cited by the U.S. Supreme Court and major national outlets including The New York Times and The Washington Post.