Development Economist with a commitment to translating research into action for social change

As a development economist, I am passionate about using rigorous evidence to design, evaluate, inform, and strengthen public policies and programs that promote inclusive and sustainable development. My work sits at the intersection of research, policy, and implementation, with a particular focus on translating evidence into practical decisions that improve people's lives. 

Currently, I work with J-PAL Africa, supporting governments and partners in designing, adapting, and scaling evidence-informed education policies across West Africa. I recently completed my Ph.D. in Development Economics at the University of Groningen (pending defense), where my research examined women's empowerment, cultural models of agency, and behavioral change through randomized evaluations. 

Over the past several years, I have designed and implemented experimental studies, conducted implementation research, developed monitoring and evaluation systems, and supported governments and development partners in applying evidence to policy and program design. 

My work spans education, health, gender equality, livelihoods, and economic empowerment. I have worked across diverse low- and middle-income country contexts, including Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Uganda, Ghana, and Benin. Across these sectors and contexts, I am particularly interested in how evidence can inform policy reform, strengthen implementation, and support the effective scaling of interventions, especially for women, girls, and other underserved populations. 

Throughout my career, I have collaborated with governments, researchers, NGOs, civil society organizations, UN agencies, and international donors. Whether implementing impact evaluations, developing learning agendas, facilitating policy dialogue, or helping partners integrate evidence into decision-making, I enjoy bridging rigorous research with the realities of policy and implementation. 

I am driven by the belief that high-quality research should not end with publication; it should inform better policies and ultimately expand opportunities for people to lead healthier, more empowered, and more fulfilling lives.