Youth & Education
Ambrose A. Sukraj
NYC-based advocate for transparency, civic engagement, and governance reform. Bringing research, strategy, and grassroots organizing to the forefront of public service.
Advocating for a more transparent & equitable NYC
I am a New York City native committed to public service and civic empowerment. My work spans international policy forums, local government accountability, and youth advocacy. Always focused on creating systemic change that benefits working-class communities.
From representing NYC youth at the United Nations to exposing misallocation in education funding, I bring research rigor, strategic thinking, and grassroots organizing to every initiative. I believe transparency in governance is not just a principle. It's a prerequisite for justice.
Whether coordinating strategy for major organizations, presenting to executives and officials, or building tools that put power back in the hands of communities, I am driven by one goal: making government work for the people it serves.
Youth & Education
Marble Project / NYC Department of Education Transparency Initiative
New York, NY, Fall 2025–Present- Leading comprehensive audits of NYC DOE budgets from 2023 to 2025 using Checkbook NYC, identifying 1,295 projects with a cumulative overbudget total of $7.76B and exposing systemic overspending.
- Developed a categorization system to classify projects as Critical Overrun, Over Budget, On Budget, or Under Budget, improving transparency and efficiency of budget review.
- Presented findings to Google representatives, translating complex financial data into actionable insights.
United Nations
Youth Delegate Youth, Peace & Security Forum (YPSF)- Represented youth perspectives in the 10th Anniversary Conference for UN Resolution 2250, engaging in multilateral dialogues on youth, peace, and security.
- Engaged directly with international delegations, including official escorts from the Tanzanian mission and the Permanent Ambassador of Guyana, demonstrating diplomacy and protocol awareness.
- Provided media interviews highlighting youth perspectives on policy and international governance.
New York University, Law Institute Scholar
New York, NY, Fall 2023-Spring 2024- Completed advanced coursework in constitutional law and criminal justice, applying case law to live policy scenarios.
- Produced structured legal arguments through mock trials and adversarial debate, sharpening evidentiary reasoning under pressure.
Roles & Awards
Aerospace Abroad
$5,000 Award France Aerospace Program- International aerospace study in France
- Aerospace systems & engineering focus
Founder & President
Robotics Club HSMSE @ CCNY- Founded student organization
- Coordinated CCNY resources
Strategy Director
Case Competition Warner Bros. / MAX- Directed 40+ participants
- Presented to executives
The Marble Project
Presentation at Google Code Next NYC
Making Accountability Real Before it Leaves the Executive
The Marble Project is a data transparency initiative that analyzes NYC Department of Education spending to identify budget misallocation and hold institutions accountable.
- Analyzed 43,249+ budget records spanning 2023-2025
- Built interactive tools to identify worst budget overruns
- Advocated for equitable fund distribution in NYC public schools
- Presented findings to Google officials
Transition Readiness
How I support city transition teams with focus, discipline, and institutional alignment
What I Support
Coordinate policy translation, synthesize research, align narratives across departments, and support inter-agency collaboration.
How I Work
Follow established processes, document decisions clearly, and ensure reliable execution. Maintain team alignment and respect institutional memory.
When I'm Useful
Pre-inauguration planning, first 100 days, and early program handoffs. Effective during periods requiring careful coordination and consistent process.
Operational Discipline
Avoid unvetted communications, media freelancing, and actions that could disrupt inter-departmental work. Reliability and discretion are required.
Key Skills
Policy Research & Analysis
Deep-dive research into government operations, budget allocation, and policy impact
Cross-Cultural Communication
Ability to engage respectfully with delegates from radically different cultures, ideologies, and political systems
Public Speaking
Presenting complex ideas to executives, officials, and community audiences
Leadership & Coordination
Leading teams and coordinating complex projects from concept to completion
Strategic Planning
Developing and executing strategies for civic initiatives and campaigns
Advocacy & Organizing
Grassroots mobilization and advocacy for systemic change