Sociologist and specialist in participatory democracy, public participation, and public policy planning and evaluation.
With over two decades of experience, he/she has collaborated with national governments, local authorities, civil society organizations, and international bodies, including the United Nations.
Since 2011, he has served as a World Bank consultant for the implementation of processes to strengthen democracy in countries across four continents.
He is the founder and executive secretary of the Network of Participatory Municipalities in Portugal.
He has dedicated his career to creating public policies that are more participatory, inclusive, and closer to citizens. He is the author and coordinator of various publications on these topics.