Filipe Duarte

Filipe Duarte is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Human Sciences of Universidade Católica Portuguesa and an integrated researcher at the Católica Research Center for Psychological, Family and Social Wellbeing (CRC-W). He holds a PhD in Social Work from Carleton University (2019) and degrees from Instituto Superior Miguel Torga (2010) and a Bachelor's in Social Work (2008). His expertise spans social citizenship rights, austerity politics, sustainable development, and structural social work approaches.

Education:

• PhD in Social Work: Carleton University, Canada (2012–2019)
• Master's in Social Work: Instituto Superior Miguel Torga, Portugal (2008–2010)
• Bachelor's in Social Work: Portugal (2004–2008)

Research interests focus on critiquing austerity policies, advocating for robust welfare states, and advancing UN Sustainable Development Goals through interdisciplinary collaboration. His work often addresses colonialism, right-wing populism, and global justice issues. He actively contributes to academic discourse via conferences, publications, and media engagements.

Advising/Grants: While specific grants aren’t detailed, he mentors PhD students and collaborates internationally on SDG-related projects. His research has been featured in 51 media contributions, emphasizing societal impact.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with CRC-W, focusing on psychological, family, and social wellbeing research.