Mercy Masta

Dr. Mercy Masta is a Research Fellow at the Department of Pacific Affairs (DPA), Australian National University (ANU). She holds an MA in Gender & Development from the University of Melbourne and a PhD from RMIT University. Concurrently, she works part-time as a GEDSI and Safeguards Specialist for the Australia Awards Women Leading and Influencing program and a Learning and Research Associate with Conciliation Resources Australia, focusing on peace-building in the Pacific and Southeast Asia.

Her research critically examines gender equality frameworks in the Pacific, emphasizing:

• Inclusive approaches to engaging men in gender discourse
• Analysis of cultural practices and power dynamics in Papua New Guinea and Fiji
• Policy reform in health/HIV, women's empowerment, and youth development

She has contributed to multiple DFAT programs across the Pacific region.

No scientific awards are documented.

Her collaborative work includes partnerships with DFAT initiatives and peace-building organizations, though no formal labs or student advising roles are mentioned.