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Dr. Liliokanaio Peaslee is a Professor of Political Science at James Madison University (JMU), specializing in Child, Youth, and Family Policy and American Political Development. She holds a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Vermont, an M.A. in Social Policy from Brandeis University, and a joint Ph.D. in Politics & Social Policy from Brandeis University.
- Education:
- B.A., Political Science, University of Vermont
- M.A., Social Policy, Brandeis University
- Joint Ph.D., Politics & Social Policy, Brandeis University
Her research focuses on poverty, inequality, and policy interventions for at-risk youth, with expertise in mentoring programs, criminal justice reform, and community-university partnerships. Dr. Peaslee has led major research initiatives, including two U.S. Department of Justice grants on mentoring best practices and national outcome assessments for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. She actively collaborates with organizations like the Boys and Girls Club and United Way to inform policy and evaluation strategies.
Grants & Consultancy:
- Principal Investigator: DOJ Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention grants
- Lead researcher: Big Brothers Big Sisters of America outcome assessments
Her teaching spans undergraduate and graduate public administration programs, covering policy analysis, social welfare, and education policy.
