Edith Kealey, PhD, is the executive research director at the New York City Department of Social Services’ Office of Evaluation and Research. She oversees a seven-person team responsible for program evaluation and policy research across the Human Resources Administration, the country’s largest social services agency, and the Department of Homeless Services. The Office uses rigorous quantitative and qualitative methods to examine implementation experiences and outcomes, measure the impact of pilot programs and other policy changes, and synthesize research regarding best practices in human services delivery. Prior to joining city government, Kealey spent over 10 years as a research scientist with the New York State Office of Mental Health. Kealey managed several state-wide implementations and quality improvement initiatives focused on evidence-based practices and shared decision-making. Kealey received her BA from Brown University and her MSW and PhD degrees from the Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service.