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Dr. Michelle Yin is a Director and Professor at Northwestern University's School of Education and Social Policy. Her research focuses on advancing social and economic inclusion for people with disabilities and other marginalized populations — examining how programs, institutions, and policies shape real opportunities across education, labor markets, and social systems.

As PI of the RISEI Lab, she leads a portfolio exceeding $50 million in lifetime external funding. She has served as Senior Advisor to the U.S. Department of Labor, delivered Capitol Hill briefings, and designed evaluation frameworks used by 170+ countries through Special Olympics International. Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and The Hill.