Eva Chaves

Eva Chaves is an Assistant Professor at Lusófona University Center of Porto since 2018. A dual PhD holder in Social Sciences - Psychology of Justice (2013) and Social Work (2023) from Fernando Pessoa University and the University of Coimbra/Catholic University of Lisbon respectively, she specializes in the social reintegration of ex-prisoners and developmental impacts of family violence.

• Doctorate in Psychology of Justice (2013)
• PhD in Social Work (2023)
• Masters in Psychology of Justice and Deviant Behavior (2010)
• Degree in Social Work (2007)

Her research focuses on criminal trajectory analysis, prisoner reintegration, and intergenerational violence. Current work examines community service programs, aging in prison, and preventive interventions for at-risk populations. Publications span topics like interparental violence consequences and gerontological challenges in correctional facilities.

As a researcher at Intrepid Lab (integrated with CETRAD - Center for Transdisciplinary Studies for Development), she contributes to transdisciplinary approaches in social reintegration. Notable recent works include analyses of Portuguese prison policies and reintegration barriers.