Maria do Céu Pires

Maria do Céu Pires is a secondary education Philosophy teacher and researcher affiliated with the University of Beira Interior as a Researcher in the PRAXIS – Center for Philosophy, Politics and Culture. She holds a PhD in Philosophy (2014) and a Master’s in Ethics, Gender and Citizenship (2009) from the University of Évora. Key roles include coordinating the Human Rights Club at Estremoz Secondary School since 1996 and the Friendly Schools Project since 2019.

• Born in Portalegre, Portugal
• Graduated in Philosophy from the Faculty of Arts, University of Lisbon
• Certified trainer in Citizenship Education and Philosophy Didactics
• Member of the 'Philosophy and Gender' group of the Portuguese Philosophy Society

Her research interests in Ethics, Gender Studies, and Citizenship Education are reflected in contributions to collective works and journals like Philosophica and Social Sciences. Recent publications explore political dichotomies, gender philosophy, and social justice through books and articles.

Scientific collaborations include the PRAXIS research center and the Portuguese Philosophy Society. While no formal awards are listed, her work spans critical reviews, books, and educational initiatives. She has no recorded advising roles in formal academia but is deeply involved in secondary-level human rights education.