Nelson Alves Ramalho

Nélson Alves Ramalho is an Assistant Professor at Lusófona University and a researcher affiliated with Lusoglobe and CIES-Iscte. His work bridges academic rigor with social activism, focusing on marginalized communities and policy critique.

• PhD in Social Work (2019) from Iscte - University Institute of Lisbon
• Bachelor's in Social Work from Catholic University of Portugal (2004)

Research Themes: Gender and sexuality studies, sex work, poverty, social exclusion, and human rights. His doctoral thesis on transvestite prostitution received two major awards. He contributes to UN SDGs through policy-focused research.

• Principal Investigator for projects on discrimination perception and social policy
• Active in the Network on Sex Work and Family Planning Association

Scientific Awards:

• APAV Research Prize (2019)
• Silva Leal Prize (2020)
• World Social Work Photo Competition (2012-2023)

His collaborations span institutions like Iscte and Lusófona, addressing critical social issues through interdisciplinary approaches.