Elliot Bell-Krasner

About Elliot Bell-Krasner

I am a young(ish) political/policy professional with a good deal of energy and passion for the work that I do, and have been involved in political campaigns since the age of 14. For over a decade, I have worked in the nonprofit world, facilitating international political exchange programs designed to promote bilateral diplomacy between rising stars in politics and government, leadership development for high-school students, and educational programs about government and civics for Middle School and High School students.As a graduate of both The George Washington University (BA, 2008) and The American University (MPP, 2012), I feel lucky to have received the education that I did. However, I have a very personal connection to the inequities of the education system as they exist today.When I was was growing up, I went to public school in two school districts that bordered each other, but were significantly different in terms of the quality of education that was provided. My personal experiences, have made me very passionate about education policy, especially as it pertains to K-12 education in the public schools. I believe that every child has a right to equal access to a quality education, and I further believe that stronger communication is needed between local school districts, state governments and the federal government.

Experience

1. Assistant Principal, Sunday School

   Chicago Sinai Congregation

   Aug 2025 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

Education

• American University

  Masters Degree, Public Policy

  2010 — 2012

• Royal Holloway, University of London

  Study Abroad, Politics, History

  2006 — 2006

• The George Washington University

  B.A, Political Science

  2005 — 2008

Skills

• Public Affairs
• Volunteer Management
• Policy
• Legislation
• Federal Government
• Foreign Policy
• Debate
• Community Organizing
• Program Development
• Political Communication
• Program Management
• Public Policy
• Government
• Nonprofits
• International Relations
• State Government
• Political Consulting
• Editing
• Social Media
• International Development
• Human Rights
• Leadership
• Grassroots Organizing
• Education Policy
• Economic Development
• American Politics
• Policy Analysis
• Speech Writing
• Facebook
• Coalitions
• Event Planning
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Legislative Relations
• Constituency Outreach
• Local Government
• Research
• Legislative Research
• Policy Research
• Grants