Richard Sedlmayr

Richard Sedlmayr, with a PhD in Public Policy from Oxford, works at the Wellspring Philanthropic Fund and The Agency Fund, focusing on pro-poor development. He delves into whether fostering agency can surpass traditional aid methods like cash transfers. Their discussion also touches on how socioeconomic factors influence decision-making and the impact of timing in life choices. They address the replication crisis in social science and the need for adaptive, evidence-based approaches to interventions, pushing for a balance between measurable outcomes and meaningful social change.