Hey there! I'm Laura Abbott, a MEXT scholar at Saitama University researching degrowth and feminist economics, and how those intersect with rural labor here in Japan's disappearing municipalities.

As a core member of Degrowth Japan, I help folks explore ways of living that prioritize wellbeing over growth. I also serve as cross-cultural communication consultant for Focus Cubed, which serves Asia Pacific clients.

Between challenging economic orthodoxy and facilitating workshops, I write sci-fi tragedies and care for my gecko.