Ayah Abdelwahab

Born and raised in Bogart, Georgia, Ayah graduated summa cum laude with first honors from the University of Georgia, where she earned degrees in international affairs and economics, a minor in Arabic, and a global studies certificate. Following graduation, Ayah joined the Treasury Department, where she served as an economic research analyst and special advisor supporting the work of the Office of International Affairs. Ayah is passionate about economic development, governance, and human rights - at the local, state, and international level - and has previously served as legislative director for Georgia Representative Spencer Frye, a democracy program intern with the Carter Center, and a measurement program assistant with the International Rescue Committee. She has also conducted extensive academic research and policy analysis focused on macroeconomic policy and the intersection of international political economy and human rights. At Princeton, Ayah hopes to explore evidence-based policies that support economic development while maximizing respect for human rights.