Pauline is an Associate Research Manager for IPA Philippines, focused on consumer protection and financial inclusion programs. Prior to joining IPA, she worked at the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development, where she provided technical and research support on inflation, finance, and the monetary sector. She also gained experience at the Department of Agriculture, working on inflation and trade remedies. Pauline holds a Master’s degree in Economics from Ateneo de Manila University and is currently pursuing a PhD in Economics at the same university.