With extensive leadership experience across Africa and Europe, Pauline Charazac is a senior public policy Advisor committed to advancing ethical and inclusive AI governance on the global stage.
She currently serves as Head of Policy Engagement of the Center for AI Safety (CeSIA), where she leads international efforts to promote responsible AI policymaking and adoption. Her work bridges research, advocacy, and education to help shape global AI standards and best practices.
Prior to joining CeSIA, Pauline was Advisor to the OECD’s Economics Department, delegated by the Mauritian authorities, coordinating high-level bilateral and African-focused initiatives, including the signing of the OECD-Mauritius Country Programme in 2024. She also served as Advisor to the Bank of Mauritius, leading international cooperation with the OECD, IMF, World Bank, think tanks, academia and other counterparts, resulting in the signing of more than 35 cooperation agreements. Earlier roles include advisory positions with the Financial Services Commission of Mauritius, Publicis Groupe, and IKCS Communications.
Pauline holds a Master’s in Public Affairs from Sciences Po Paris, pursued studies at the University of Sydney as part of her undergraduate curriculum, and has been awarded the Harvard Kennedy School Public Leadership Credential. She contributes to academic and high-level initiatives at Sciences Po on global governance and AI, is a Member of the UNESCO Women4Ethical AI Platform and serves as a Mentor for the Harvard France Scholarship Fund. Her publications and policy contributions cover AI ethics, gender equity, financial inclusion, and sustainable development. Driven by a commitment to multilateralism and digital responsibility, Pauline leads international efforts to ensure technology advances global cooperation and serves the public good.