Interdisciplinary researcher with expertise in qualitative methods, health and social psychology, and human-centred communication. Extensive experience in research, non-formal education, social intervention, and public policy, combined with more than two decades of leadership in human rights advocacy, equality and non-discrimination initiatives.

Collaborates with Católica-CESOP and CIS/ISCTE-IUL as a researcher. In parallel, co-supervises master’s dissertations on healthcare environments, exploring experiences of prejudice, discrimination, and communication within healthcare systems. 

As Deputy Executive Director of the Portuguese Road and Rail Center (CRP), contributes to scientific and technical activities that highlight the importance of transport systems in economic development, environmental sustainability, and social inclusion.

Throughout her career, has coordinated educational, advocacy and community-based programmes promoting human rights, social inclusion and equal opportunities, while contributing to public debate, institutional partnerships and policy development at national and European levels.

Also, part of the national pool of experts on Equality and Non-Discrimination (CIG), contributing to the Portuguese National Strategy for Equality and Non-Discrimination (2018-2030), with a focus on promoting gender equality, preventing violence, and reducing discrimination across public policies and institutional practices.

Keywords: Interdisciplinary Research, Qualitative Methods, Health Equity, Human Rights, Equality and Non-Discrimination, Social Inclusion, Public Policy.