Amanda Janoo

Amanda Janoo is a Family Economic Security Fellow at the New Practice Lab. Janoo is a visionary economist committed to building economies that prioritize people and planet. Blending expertise in heterodox economics, industrial policy and participatory governance, Janoo has dedicated her career to advancing social and ecological wellbeing through economic systems change.

As the Economics and Policy Lead at the Wellbeing Economy Alliance (WEAll), Janoo is a leading advocate for redefining how economic success is measured and achieved. She works with governments, organizations, and communities worldwide to shift the focus from economic growth to sustainable wellbeing, promoting policies that emphasize long-term prosperity for both society and the environment.

Known for her engaging communication style, Janoo excels at breaking down complex economic concepts for diverse audiences, from policymakers to grassroots organizations. Whether speaking at international conferences, crafting policy guides, or advancing initiatives like wellbeing budgeting and beyond-GDP frameworks, Janoo's work reflects her unwavering belief in the power of economic democracy to create a just and sustainable world.

With an MPhil in Development Studies from Cambridge University, where she studied under renowned economist Ha-Joon Chang, Janoo brings deep expertise in industrial policy and sustainable development. Having worked for over a decade as an industrial policy and structural transformation expert for UNIDO, GIZ, and the African Development Bank. Rooted in Vermont, Janoo bridges global expertise with local impact, supporting state-level coalition building and advising U.S. foundations to help accelerate the wellbeing economy movement across our country. Janoo's mission is clear: to inspire a movement towards economic systems that honor human dignity, ecological balance and wellbeing for all.