Melina Platas

Scott Williamson, Melina Platas, Lauren Prather, Claire Adida, and Adeline Lo April 28, 2022

Americans see Afghan and Ukrainian refugees very differently. Why?

But research suggests some approaches can help communities successfully absorb all kinds of refugees

Melina Platas, Leah R. Rosenzweig, and Clara Bicalho September 8, 2020

African countries can fight coronavirus better when citizens encourage one another

A recent survey offers public health insights from Nigeria, Uganda and Kenya

Melina Platas August 5, 2017

Here’s why Paul Kagame won a third term as Rwanda’s president

Melina Platas, Claire Adida, and Adeline Lo June 15, 2017

Imagine yourself as a refugee. That’s what nudges Americans to take action on refugees’ behalf.

Melina Platas August 4, 2014

Who’s behind Uganda’s step forward on same-sex rights?

Melina Platas and Kim Yi Dionne April 7, 2014

U.S. foreign policy and Ugandan domestic politics collide