MEF Associates
Public Policy OfficesVirginia, United States11-50 Employees
MEF Associates is a small social policy research firm based in Alexandria, Virginia, specializing in rigorous analysis to inform the design and implementation of public social programs. Its work focuses on improving outcomes for individuals, children, and families by building knowledge that enhances the effectiveness and efficiency of policies and programs across sectors such as self-sufficiency, early care and education, family strengthening, workforce development, housing, and related areas. The company serves federal, state, and local clients across the United States, offering deep expertise across a broad range of policy and program areas. As a certified small business, MEF Associates emphasizes targeted, evidence-based research to support policymakers and program administrators. The firm’s team is described as having broad policy experience, positioned within the public policy research sector to inform program design and implementation.