From Research to Impact: Contributions at the Foundation for Armenian Science and Technology (FAST)

Since 2023, I've been designing and implementing methodologies to evaluate and analyze program outcomes for Generation AI, an innovative multi-stage initiative created by the Foundation for Armenian Science and Technology (FAST). Pilot phase of the project is complete, and we are currently waiting results for year 2. Learn more about FAST and the Generation AI program

Building a Stronger Academic Community: Mentoring & Seminars

Since 2021, I've been actively contributing to the academic community through mentorship and knowledge sharing, organizing seminars and workshops to support fellow researchers and students in their professional development journey. Some organizations/opportunities I've been involved in ARab Economists in Europe and North America (AReena), PhD-Economics Virtual Seminars (PhD-EVS), Rice Graduate Student Ambassadors, & Women in Economics Club Network. A list of Virtual Economics & Adjacent Field Seminars (updated regularly) here. 

Conferences, Associations, & Development Opportunities for Economics Junior Scholars

Throughout my PhD, I've presented my research to diverse audiences, benefited from exceptional mentorship, and participated in numerous professional development opportunities. Some associations/opportunities I've participated in Association for Mentoring & Inclusion in Economics, American Society of Health Economists (ASHEcon) Diversity Scholarship, Association for Public Policy & Management Equity & Inclusion Fellowship, Price Theory Summer Camp - The University of Chicago, Junior Scholar Intensive Training (JSIT) - University of Wisconsin–Madison.