Jalen Edward Monroe Jones

Jalen Edward Monroe Jones is a Community & Network Impact Analyst at the Obama Foundation since July 2025, following a role as a College Readiness Coordinator at the Chicago Urban League, where responsibilities included collaborating with high schools and developing relationships with community stakeholders to support youth in their academic and career pursuits. Previous experience includes serving as a Legislative Assistant for the Indiana House Democratic Caucus, where duties encompassed managing legislative casework and coordinating district events, and as a Legislative Intern for the Indiana Senate Democratic Caucus. Jalen's background also features roles in digital marketing, data entry, and international missionary work, with a focus on social media engagement and youth advocacy. Jalen holds a Master of Arts in Theology and Mission from Akrofi-Christaller Institute and a Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Systems from Ball State University.