EMPOWERING RESEARCH, IDEAS, AND ACTION FOR A FAIRER ECONOMY
At HP GlobalX, we believe that economics should serve everyone. Through our Inclusive Economics initiative, led by Dr. Helen Hoang (Economics for Kids, PhD ANU), we create opportunities for scholars, researchers, and change-makers to explore, design, and deliver solutions that make the economy work for Indigenous communities, people with disabilities, women, and other underrepresented groups.
We invite PhD students, postgraduates, and academics from around the world to collaborate on innovative, high-impact research that:
- Addresses economic inequality and exclusion.
- Explores economic participation for Indigenous peoples.
- Advances Disability Economics – creating policies and models for accessibility, inclusion, and independence.
- Champions Gender Economics — from She-nomics to Mum-nomics — recognising and valuing women’s contributions to the economy at home and in the workforce.
Our Services for Scholars & Researchers
- Research Collaboration – Partner with us on studies, fieldwork, and publications in inclusive economics.
- Scholarship Guidance – Support for scholarship and grant applications, including proposal review and mentoring.
- Policy Engagement – Bridge research and practice by connecting with policy-makers, community leaders, and advocacy groups.
- Capacity Building for Young Women in Economics – Tailored mentoring, career planning, and networking to help women thrive in academic economics.
Why Inclusive Economics Matters
Economics is more than numbers, it shapes opportunities, dignity, and fairness in people’s lives. Yet too often, the voices and experiences of underprivileged communities are missing from policy and research. Our mission is to bring those voices to the forefront, using rigorous research and human-centred solutions to lift barriers and expand participation for all.
Let’s build a fairer economy together.
Whether you’re an emerging scholar, an experienced researcher, or a community partner, we welcome you to join our network, collaborate on projects, and turn ideas into action.
Research Profiles
Dr. Helen Hoang
Economist, author, and Founder & CEO of HP GlobalX and Economics for Kids, Dr. Helen Hoang is an innovative thinker with bold, outside-the-box ideas. Passionate about inclusive economics and an advocate for early childhood economic education, she transforms complex economic concepts into engaging, accessible learning experiences. Her work inspires change by empowering communities, uplifting underrepresented voices, and reimagining how economics can shape a fairer future.
Websites:
www.hoangpassion.com
www.economicsforkids.com.au
Dr. Trang Be
Dr. Trang Be holds a PhD in Economics from the Australian National University and is a researcher at the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. With expertise in Australian administrative and survey data, she brings deep analytical skills and cross-country insights from her experience at Vietnam’s Central Institute for Economic Management. Her research spans political economy, corruption, innovation, SME development, labour and health economics — with a focus on the economic factors shaping wellbeing in Vietnam and Australia.
Dr Huong Tran
An economist and data analyst with 16 years of experience in the private sector, government, research institutions and academia. A scientific thinker who is highly organised, analytical and team-focused with solid macroeconomic and econometric knowledge. I am able to work with various types of databases and am an experienced Excel and Stata user.
Dr Hai Thanh Nguyen
“Passion fuels my pursuit of knowledge, while data uncovers the secrets of the economic world. With over 15 years of experience as an economic researcher at the esteemed Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM) – 𝗩𝗶𝗲𝘁 𝗡𝗮𝗺’𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗸, I have honed my expertise in unraveling complex economic dynamics. Currently serving as a Research Assistant at the Department of Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University, I continue to expand my horizons and contribute to the field.
Armed with a Doctoral Degree in Economics from the prestigious Australian National University, I possess a profound understanding of the interplay between markets, policies, and sustainable development.
Throughout my journey, I have made significant contributions to the realm of economics through my published works, articles, and scientific reports. My diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of topics, including international trade, economic development, manufacturing productivity, and sustainability. As an authority in econometrics, data analysis, forecasting, and modeling, I excel in extracting valuable insights from complex datasets and translating them into actionable strategies.
Driven by my unwavering passion for data-driven decision-making, I am now actively seeking an opportunity as a Data Analyst & Economist. Let’s connect and explore possibilities for collaboration.”
Dr Phan Le
Greetings! I am an Economist passionate about the economic transition of developing countries, with a focus on the Asia-Pacific region. My work sits at the intersection of industrial policy, environmental sustainability and international development. I have a deep research interest in the existential development challenges of our time – climate change, technological disruption and automation, population decline, geopolitical instability – and how nations, particularly developing ones, can navigate these shifts to secure sustainable, inclusive growth.
I hold a PhD in Economics from the Australian National University and a Master of Development Studies from the Institute of Development Studies (UK). My research and policy insights have been featured in The Economic Record, Routledge Handbook, and East Asia Forum, among other leading academic and policy platforms. I’ve advised international institutions and government agencies including the Global Green Growth Institute, the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation, the Danish International Development Agency, and the Asia Foundation.
I enjoy bridging rigorous economic research with practical solutions that drive policy reform and long-term development. Let’s connect if you’re working on similar issues or exploring bold ideas for the future of development.
Dr Van Anh Pham
Dr. Van Anh Pham earned her PhD in Economics from the Australian National University. She currently works as an economist at the State Bank of Vietnam and also serves as a teaching assistant at the Australian National University. Dr. Pham has extensive experience in both theoretical and empirical research. Her research interests and areas of expertise include macroeconomics, monetary policy, exchange rates, capital flows, finance and banking, as well as statistics and econometrics.
Dr Minh Ngoc Le
Dr Minh Ngoc Le is a policy researcher and economist with deep expertise in inclusive economic development, government reform, and sustainable enterprise. She was formerly a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Australia Institute and completed her PhD at the Australian National University.
Her research focuses on regional development, business environment reform, and the role of standards and environmental compliance in shaping inclusive growth, particularly in Vietnam and emerging economies. Prior to her work in Australia, Dr Le was a researcher at Vietnam’s Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM), where she contributed to policy research supporting enterprise development and institutional reform.
At HP GlobalX – Inclusive Economics, she brings strong cross-country policy insight, rigorous research capability, and a shared commitment to advancing fair, sustainable, and inclusive economic systems.
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