Jennifer M. Piscopo

Jennifer M. Piscopo is a Professor of Gender and Politics at Royal Holloway University of London, where she also serves as Director of the Gender Institute. Her work focuses on gender equality in political systems, electoral reforms, and women's political participation globally.

Research priorities include the design and impact of electoral gender quotas, factors influencing women’s candidacies, and the role of women in crisis governance. She advises international organizations like UN Women and United Cities and Local Government, translating academic insights into policy action.

Her media contributions span outlets such as The Washington Post, NPR, and Journal of Democracy, discussing U.S. and Latin American politics alongside gender equity topics. She is frequently sought by international media like CNN Chile for analysis on gender and governance issues.

Jennifer collaborates with think tanks and NGOs to advance gender equity strategies, emphasizing evidence-based solutions. Her work bridges academia and practice, aiming to close gaps between research and real-world policy implementation.