Ana Bela Ribeiro

Ana Bela Ribeiro is an academic researcher and Invited Professor at the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança, Portugal. She is also a full researcher at the Centre for Research and Intervention in Education (CIIE), hosted at the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences of the University of Porto. Her work bridges teaching and research in the domains of education, civic participation, and policy analysis.

Her research interests focus on citizenship education, youth civic and political participation, educational policies, lifelong learning, and the role of NGOs in education. She examines how educational systems foster democratic engagement and how policies impact young adults across Europe, with a particular focus on Portugal.

The trends in her recent publications reflect a consistent engagement with European and national policy frameworks, especially regarding lifelong learning and youth inclusion. Her work combines qualitative and quantitative methodologies, often contributing to comparative and policy-oriented research. She has published extensively in journals, books, and policy reports, with a strong emphasis on translating research into actionable insights.

Her scientific contributions have been supported by prestigious institutions such as the FCT – Foundation for Science and Technology and the European Commission. Notable projects include EduCiParT, YOUNG ADULLLT, and research on citizenship education in Europe. She has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams across national and international institutions.

Ana Bela Ribeiro has advised on policy briefs and national reports, particularly within the YOUNG ADULLLT project, where she contributed to regional case studies, policy mapping, and qualitative analysis. While no formal grants are listed in the text, her fellowship roles indicate significant research funding. She is actively involved in academic dissemination, having presented at over 40 scientific events.

She is affiliated with key research units such as CIIE and participates in research networks like CoPIn and PCEP - Participação, Comunidades e Educação Política, which focus on political participation and educational communities.