Argentina
Passionate about water governance, WASH services (water, sanitation, and hygiene), and urban sustainability, I bring over 15 years of experience in research and consultancy across Latin America, Asia, and Africa. My work focuses on addressing socio-environmental inequalities, improving water accessibility, and shaping climate change adaptation policies. With a PhD in Social Sciences and Geography (UBA – Paris III), I specialize in analyzing water governance dynamics, environmental conflicts, and urban resilience strategies. I have led and contributed to national and international research projects and consultancy initiatives with organizations such as UNICEF, the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). My expertise includes: ✔ Assessing WASH conditions in informal settlements ✔ Conducting stakeholder interviews and policy analysis ✔ Advising on sustainable urban environmental strategies Open to exchange ideas, collaborate, or explore opportunities to drive meaningful impact in water governance and sustainability. 📩 [email protected]
✔️ Key Contributions: 🔹Lead research on water governance, socio-environmental inequalities, and climate change adaptation in urban and peri-urban areas. 🔹Direct and supervise PhD and master's students in social sciences and environmental studies. 🔹Conduct fieldwork and policy analysis on WASH access, water conflicts, and environmental justice. 🔹Publish research in high-impact international journals and collaborate with multilateral organizations (UNICEF, IDB, UNDP). 🔹Organize and participate in scientific conferences, workshops, and stakeholder engagement initiatives to bridge academia and policy-making. 🔹Design and coordinate research projects funded by national and international grants, including studies on water basin management and urban sustainability. ✔️ Key Research Areas: 📌WASH Services & Water Infrastructure – Analysis of sanitation policies, water access, and urban planning strategies. 📌Environmental Conflicts & Climate Change – Research on adaptation and mitigation policies in vulnerable territories. 📌Public Policy & Governance – Advisory roles in policy frameworks for water management and urban development.
✔️Conducted postdoctoral research on watershed governance and environmental policies in Buenos Aires. ✔️Published academic articles and contributed to interdisciplinary research projects.
✔️Developed doctoral research on water basin management and socio-environmental conflicts in Argentina. ✔️Participated in academic conferences and collaborated with international research teams.
Gino Germani Research Institute, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Buenos Aires. ✔️I Lead research initiatives on urban dynamics, socio-territorial inequalities, and public policies. ✔️I coordinate interdisciplinary projects, supervises research teams, and organizes academic events to foster knowledge exchange. Engages with public institutions and civil society to contribute to evidence-based policymaking.
Postgraduate course Master of Metropolitan Environmental Management. Design, Architecture and Urbanism Faculty (FADU), Buenos Aires University (UBA). September-October.
✔️Supports practical coursework and evaluates student assignments. ✔️Assists in classroom activities and discussions on environmental sociology. ✔️Provides academic guidance and helps implement course materials. Facultad de Ciencias Sociales - Social Sciences Department
Key Contributions: 🔹Designed and led case studies on political ecology, water governance, and environmental conflicts for international students. 🔹Provided academic tutoring and field-based learning experiences in urban sustainability, WASH, and public health. 🔹Collaborated with CEA-CAPA Education Abroad, School for International Training (SIT), and Virginia Tech University to facilitate international exchange programs. ✔️ Selected Courses & Case Studies: 📌2024. Tutor, Research – CEA-CAPA Education Abroad (Feb-May). 2023. Lead Tutor, Case Study: A Political Ecology of Water in the Metropolitan Area of Buenos Aires – Cities in the 21st Century: People, Planning (Oct 2-3). 📌2023. Lead Tutor, Case Study: The Environmental Problem of the Matanza Riachuelo Basin – SIT, International Honors Program (Mar 6-7). 📌2022. Lead Tutor, Case Study: The Environmental Problem of the Matanza Riachuelo Basin – SIT, International Honors Program (Sep 26-27). 📌2022. Lead Tutor, The Importance of Delta Wetlands in the Hydro-Social Territory of the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area (AMBA) – Virginia Tech University, Global Study - Master of Natural Resources (Jul 4-5). 📌2020. Academic Tutor, Argentina: Public Health in Urban Environments – SIT, Fundación World Learning & ISALUD. 📌2017. Lead Tutor, Case Study: The Environmental Problem of the Matanza Riachuelo Basin – SIT, International Honors Program (Oct 2-4). 📌2014. Academic Tutor, Argentina: Public Health in Urban Environments – SIT, Fundación World Learning & ISALUD. 📌2011. Academic Tutor, Argentina: Regional Integration, Development, and Social Change – SIT, Fundación World Learning & IDES.
Key Contributions: 🔹Conducted policy analysis, research, and program evaluations for organizations such as UNICEF, IDB, UNDP, OECD, and PAHO. 🔹Led WASH assessments in Latin America, Asia, and Africa, analyzing water governance, sanitation access, and socio-environmental inequalities. 🔹Advised multilateral organizations on climate adaptation, nature-based solutions, and urban planning in informal settlements. 🔹Designed risk assessment frameworks for peri-urban water access and sanitation services. 🔹Engaged in stakeholder consultations and qualitative research through in-depth interviews with policymakers, local communities, and development agencies. 🔹Authored technical reports and policy recommendations to enhance international water governance and urban sustainability strategies. ✔️ Selected Projects: 📌 World Bank (2025) | Environmental & Social Consultant Analysed experiences on Nature Based Solutions to mitigate the risk of floods in Argentina. 📌 UNICEF (2024) | Environmental & Social Consultant Evaluated UNICEF’s efforts to reduce child poverty in informal settlements and outlined programmatic challenges. 📌 IIED-AL (2023) | Local Consultant Analyzed barriers to implementing Nature-Based Solutions in underserved neighborhoods in Buenos Aires. 📌 IDB (2022, 2020, 2019) | Consultant Assessed water and sanitation challenges in the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area. Designed strategies to improve access to essential services in vulnerable communities. 📌 UNDP & PAHO (2021, 2017) | Consultant Developed reports on water governance, sustainability, and SDG progress for Argentina. 📌 OECD & National Water Institute (2018-2019) | Technical Advisor Contributed to national water policy evaluations and technical documentation. 📌 World Bank & UNDP (2010, 2009) | Researcher Conducted studies on informal water services and accessibility in marginalized areas.
🔹 Editorial Board & Special Issue Coordination 📌Editorial Board Member, Quid 16 Journal (UBA) (2016-2020) 📌Special Issue Editor: -Quid 16 Journal – City, Environment & Pandemic (2021) -Quid 16 Journal – Political Ecology of Water in Latin America (2019) -Salud Colectiva Journal (UNLa) – Water & Politics (2019) 🔹 Peer Reviewer for International Journals 📌Journal of Latin American Geography (University of Texas) 📌Kawsaypacha: Society & Environment (PUCP, Peru) 📌URBE – Brazilian Journal of Urban Management 📌Economía, Sociedad y Territorio (Mexico) 📌CIVILIZAR – Social Sciences & Humanities (Colombia) 📌AREA – Journal of Architecture, Design & Urbanism (UBA, Argentina) 📌IdeaAs – Idées d’Amériques (Institut des Amériques, France) 📌Territorios Journal (Colombia) 📌Rupturas Journal (Costa Rica) 📌Estudios Sociales del Estado (Argentina)