Andrea Francisco Amat

Andrea Francisco Amat is a Professor at the University of Jaume I, affiliated with the Department of Education and Specific Didactics. Her research focuses on media literacy, LGBTQ+ studies, peace education, and inclusive pedagogical practices. She has contributed to over 28 journal articles, 31 collaborative works, and two books, emphasizing critical approaches to media, citizenship education, and queer theory.

• Institutional Affiliations: University of Jaume I, Open University of Catalonia, Interuniversity Institute for Social Development and Peace (IUDESP)
• Key Research Areas: Media Discourse Analysis, Gender and Sexuality Education, Service-Learning Pedagogy, and Peace Education

Her work integrates participatory methodologies and feminist approaches, addressing topics such as LGBTQ+ identity, media literacy in formal education, and barriers to inclusion in educational settings. She has directed four doctoral theses and co-authored influential studies on queer pedagogy and citizenship.