Astha Mainali is a Research Associate at the Center for Global Development in the Gender Equality and Inclusion Program. For over four years, Astha has specialized in impact evaluation, econometric analysis, project management, and data visualization. Her diverse background includes working with the gender, poverty, health, and energy practices at the World Bank, and supporting several impact evaluation endeavors at the International Finance Corporation, offering invaluable insights for international development programs. Fluent in three languages and possessing a multicultural perspective, she excels in dynamic environments and is deeply committed to advancing inclusive and sustainable development efforts. Astha holds an MA in international development policy from Georgetown University and an MSc in management from Cranfield University.
