Expertise on religion and politics in a number of African, Asian and Latin American countries - and in a number of languages. Current research includes China (Tibet), Chile, Brazil, Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Argentina, DRC, Uganda, Kenya, Zambia, South Africa, Malawi and Zimbabwe; Libya and Syria
Occupation: Chair in Religion and Politics & Director, Centre for the Study of Religion and Politics (CSRP), University of St. Andrews
Countries of expertise: Brazil, Burundi, China, Colombia, Cote d`Ivoire, Cuba, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, India, Kenya, Libya, Malawi, Nigeria, Rwanda, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Syria, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
I am a Law and DEI expert with 15+ years of experience and intersectional background. I have presence on: Walpole, GQ Heroes, MBS & British Council of Fashion, Attitude Magazine, quoted by Vogue Business and Boston Consultancy Group. I teach at Istituto Marangoni and have extensive experience in: LGBTQ+ Rights, Human Rights in Latin America, Political Landscape of Brazil and Latin American Countries, Law and Politics.
Occupation: Expert in Human Rights, LGBTQ+ Rights and Latin American Countries.
DEI consultant
Countries of expertise: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela
The Expert is a psychoanalytical anthropologist of violent ethnic & cultural conflict in Eurasia, South Asia, Middle East, Central and South America, West Africa, North Africa and the Horn of Africa with experience working in military, diplomatic, and humanitarian interventions in intra-state violent conflicts.
Occupation: Psychoanalytical Anthropologist
Countries of expertise: Afghanistan, Burkina Faso, Chad, Colombia, Djibouti, Ecuador, El Salvador, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guatemala, Honduras, Iran, Iraq, Kenya, Kuwait, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Niger, Nigeria, Peru, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Uganda, Western Sahara, Yemen
The Expert is the National Coordinator at Foundacion Scalabrini de Mexico (FSMX) NGO, leading a dedicated team of 50 professionals across Mexico in designing and executing impactful projects focused on migration, human trafficking, and children's rights in Central America. Throughout the years the expert has demonstrated expertise with federal, state, and international entities, including IOM, UNCHR, UNICEF and various embassies. The expert also works as University Professor at Universidad del Valle de Mexico, the expert delivers insightful instruction on strategic planning and international relations. He has held roles at the UNDP and the Consulate General of Mexico in Austin (U.S) which reflect a comprehensive skill set in advocacy, and bilateral relations, making a significant impact in protecting the rights of vulnerable populations.
Occupation: The expert is highly experienced and versatile professional with a strong background and advocacy within the realm of migration, human trafficking, and human rights. Proficient in designing, coordinating, and supervising projects within the NGO sector aimed at supporting vulnerable populations, particularly migrants and refugees. Adept at leading and managing teams to achieve set objectives and deliver results in line with donor requirements. Experienced university professor with a focus on strategic planning, international relations, and diplomatic affairs. The expert has extensive experience in both governmental and non-governmental sectors, including roles within the United Nations system, diplomatic missions, and private sector entities.
Countries of expertise: Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Trinidad and Tobago, Venezuela
Central & South American Expert - Political Scientist and Associate Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, this expert focuses on diaspora politics and immigration issues. They have a rich background in both academic research and practical policy, having advised on foreign policy during the 2020 Bernie Sanders campaign. Their insights on labor and immigration have been featured in prominent publications, showcasing their expertise in these critical areas. Recognized for their impactful scholarship, they continue to influence discussions on transnational political dynamics and community engagement.
Occupation: An accomplished political scientist and associate professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, this expert specializes in the intersections of political behavior, diaspora politics, and immigration policy. With a Ph.D. in Political Science from Georgetown University, their dissertation focused on diaspora outreach by Latin American parties.
Their professional experience encompasses both academia and practical politics, having served as the chief foreign policy adviser for Latin America on Bernie Sanders’ 2020 presidential campaign. They are also an associate fellow at the Institute for Policy Studies and have extensive field experience as an election monitor for the Organization of American States in Brazil, El Salvador, and Colombia.
This expert has contributed to major publications, including The Guardian and Washington City Paper, focusing on labor and immigration policy. Their research has been published in peer-reviewed journals, addressing topics such as sanctuary policies, transnational gangs, and the influence of diaspora communities on electoral campaigns. Their scholarly work has received recognition, including an honorable mention from the American Political Science Association.
Countries of expertise: Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Latin America
The Expert is currently Fellow of the Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies at the University of Minnesota as well as Faculty Fellow at the Center for Cultural Sociology at Yale University. He was for two years Senior Policy Fellow at the Schar School of Policy and Government, George Mason University, for over a decade Associate Professor at the Department of Sociology of the National University of Colombia in Bogota, and for four years Director of the Center for Social Studies at the same university. He holds a PhD in Political Science from UCLA, an MPhil in International Relations from the University of Oxford, and a BA in Economics from Bocconi University in Milan, Italy. Since 2014 his research has focused on processes of civil reconstruction and civil degradation.
Occupation: Researcher
Countries of expertise: Colombia, Italy