The Faith & Work Forum is a conversation series that discusses the interplay between faith, work, and life. Each semester we feature guest speakers with leadership experience from across a wide range of vocations, who bring authentic stories about seeking a meaningful, purpose-driven life. This program runs in partnership with our Fellows Programs and Vintage Lunch offering candid conversations over a free lunch at the historic Bonhoeffer House. Email Christy Yates to learn more. 

Betty Li Simpson (she/her) is a researcher and evaluator at the Communities In Schools (CIS) national office, a youth-serving education nonprofit. Her work supports organizational continuous improvement, expands CIS’ evidence-base, and evaluates the impact of integrated student supports in partnership with school districts, state education agencies, and community-based organizations. In her role, Betty enjoys the process of transforming big questions into practical research activities to provide relevant and actionable insights.

A double Hoo, Betty studied Biology in undergrad and has a Masters in Secondary Science Teaching from the School of Education & Human Development. Her favorite class in undergrad was The Kingdom of God in America with TH’s own Charles Marsh and fellow board member Nathan Walton. Betty also serves on the board of New City Arts. Betty enjoys cooking new dishes, traveling, and walking on neighborhood trails with her husband Joshua, their infant son Soren, and their dog Basil.