Xi Wang is a researcher working on a systematic review examining how SNAP and TANF policies influence child maltreatment outcomes. Her work sits at the intersection of social policy, public health, and child and family well-being, with a focus on using data-driven approaches to assess how policy interventions can reduce disparities and support vulnerable populations. Passionate about community and equity, she values collaborative, evidence-based solutions to improve outcomes for families.

If you were an animal which animal, would you be? 

“If I were an animal, I’d be an elephant—wise, grounded, and deeply connected to community and memory.”