Afi Y. Wiggins, Ph.D

Afi Wiggins, a veteran in P20 education research and practice, serves as the managing director of the Charles A. Dana Center. With decades of experience, she leads the development and implementation of evidence-based strategies for systemic educational reform. Afi drives initiatives that empower learners to enhance their social and economic mobility, promoting nationwide improvements in numeracy and literacy. She sets and executes strategic priorities for both programmatic and philanthropic growth. As a transformational leader and lifelong educator, Afi fosters a culture of systemic change, prioritizing the use of impact evidence to guide decisions and ensure continuous advancements in education.