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Fernanda Rodrigues is an Affiliate Professor at the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences of the University of Porto (FPCEUP) and a guest lecturer at the Faculty of Human Sciences, Universidade Católica Portuguesa. She is a full researcher at the Centre for Educational Research and Intervention (CIIE), where she contributes to interdisciplinary research on social policy and education. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Social Work from the Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo, Brazil, and degrees in Social Work and Sociology from Portuguese institutions.
- PhD in Social Work – Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo, Brazil (1999)
- Degree in Social Work – ISSS Porto, Portugal
- Degree in Sociology – ISCTE, Portugal
Her research interests span Social Policy, Social Exclusion, University Social Responsibility, Community Development, and Social Work. She has led and participated in numerous international projects, particularly within the Erasmus+ framework, focusing on social inclusion, lifelong learning, and intercultural conflict resolution. Her recent publications highlight a strong emphasis on the role of universities in promoting social responsibility and ethical engagement with communities.
The analysis of her recent articles reveals a consistent focus on partnerships, institutional accountability, and social justice. Her work bridges academic research with practical policy development, especially in the context of European and Latin American collaborations. Themes such as poverty alleviation, educational equity, and civic engagement recur across her publications, reflecting a deep commitment to transformative social research.
Although no specific scientific awards are listed, her leadership roles in national and European policy frameworks—such as serving on the Scientific Committee for poverty strategies in the Azores and as a UNICEF consultant—demonstrate significant recognition in her field.
Fernanda Rodrigues has extensive experience in advising and grant-funded research, particularly through EU-funded projects like YOUNG_ADULLLT, UNIBILITY, and SOLVINC. She has supervised or collaborated with numerous researchers and students, though specific advisees are not named. Her work is closely tied to the CIIE, where she contributes to research teams focused on social inclusion and educational policy. She also plays key roles in public service, including as President of the Porto Delegation of the Portuguese Red Cross and former city councillor in Porto, integrating academic expertise with civic leadership.
Her affiliated research units include the Centre for Educational Research and Intervention (CIIE) and participation in networks such as CoPIn (PCEP - Participation, Communities and Political Education). These labs and teams focus on participatory democracy, community-based education, and policy innovation.