Urban planner Ph.D. and architect, with over 25 years of experience combining policy/advisory work, teaching and research.

In volatile contexts, I have worked for NGOs, private, public, academic and international entities. I formulated, implemented, and evaluated plans, programmes and projects. Besides, I have taught and mentored adult learners, graduate and undergraduate students in the Americas, Europe, Asia and Africa. Prestigious institutions backed my learning and research capabilities with fellowships and scholarships, which reflects on my publications, media enquiries and conference participation worldwide.

My competencies include people centredness, teamwork, cross-cultural and multilingual skills.

Urban agriculture, sports, films, reading, cooking and travelling are my main hobbies.