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A development economist interested in welfare analysis and policy evaluation in developing countries. Current research focuses on poverty and the distributional impacts of global challenges, such as pandemics and climate change, and the role of welfare policies in mitigating the adverse impacts. She has worked with international organizations and governments to support evidence-based policymaking, particularly in Southeast Asia.

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 1 - No Poverty
  • SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 4 - Quality Education
  • SDG 5 - Gender Equality
  • SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities
  • SDG 13 - Climate Action
  • SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals

Education/Academic qualification

Development Economics and Policy, Doctor of Philosophy, Global Development Institute, The University of Manchester

Oct 2014Oct 2018

Development Economics and Policy, Master of Social Science, Global Development Institute, The University of Manchester

Sept 2011Aug 2012

Economics, Bachelor of Economics and Finance, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University

Dec 2007Aug 2011

External positions

Fellow in Social Policy, London School of Economics

Sept 2023Aug 2024

Research Fellow in Economic Policy, University College London

Jul 2022Aug 2023

Economist, The World Bank

Jan 2019Jun 2022

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