Saulo Neves de Oliveira

Saulo Neves de Oliveira is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Education at Ambrose University. His research focuses on sociocultural aspects of aging and leisure, employing the 'serious leisure perspective' (SLP) and Paulo Freire's educational philosophy. He is actively involved in the PATH research group developing the Global Adolescent and Child Physical Activity Questionnaire (GAC-PAQ).

Education:

• Ph.D. in Education – Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul & University of Calgary
• M.Ed. – Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul
• B.Ed. in Physical Education – UNISINOS

Research emphasizes community-based projects like the documentary My Serious Life, funded by TELUS StoryHIVE Voices, which explores local cultural narratives through leisure activities. His work bridges academic theory with grassroots community engagement, particularly in Brazil and Canada. Collaborative projects include interdisciplinary studies on leisure’s intersection with religion, work ethics, and global movements.

Teaching focuses on methodologies connecting society, culture, and education. His publications span leisure sociology, aging, and religious scholarship, often blending qualitative research with cultural analysis.