Sónia Lamy

Sónia Lamy is an Assistant Professor at Lusófona University and a researcher at CICANT. She holds a Ph.D. in Communication Sciences from Nova University Lisbon. Her research focuses on Journalism studies, Media and non-governmental organizations, and Feminist movements and organizations. She is involved in FCT-funded projects such as 'Glocal feminist movements: interactions and contradictions' and FEM-ABLE, which promote women’s political participation. Lamy’s work bridges media analysis, gender studies, and societal challenges. Her recent research addresses barriers to female political participation, media representation of marginalized groups, and pandemic-era communication dynamics.

Education:

• PhD in Communication Sciences (2015), Universidade Nova de Lisboa
• Master's in Communication Sciences (2007), Universidade Nova de Lisboa
• Bachelor's in Communication Sciences (2002), Universidade Nova de Lisboa

Research interests emphasize feminist movements, media ethics, and the role of NGOs in shaping public discourse. Her articles explore topics like pandemic communication, racialized political leadership, and transparency in media governance. She collaborates with institutions like the Portuguese Catholic University and actively contributes to debates on media pluralism and gender equity in politics.

Advising and grants: Lamy leads or co-leads multiple research projects funded by FCT, focusing on feminist activism and political inclusion. No formal advisees are listed, but her work engages with grassroots organizations and academic institutions.

Lab/team affiliations include CICANT (Interdisciplinary Center for Communication and New Technologies), where she integrates multidisciplinary teams addressing contemporary media challenges and social justice issues.