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Consultant in the research project Midwife-led birthing centres (MLBCs) in low- and middle-income countries: four country case studies. Analysed qualitative data (using NVivo) and reported on findings for two countries. Contributed to the preparation of different manuscripts based on the findings, published in peer-reviewed journals.

In close collaboration with UNFPA HQ, prepared the acceleration plan for the implementation of UNFPA Family Planning Strategy 2022-2025, namely the definition of key strategic priorities, outputs, and priority actions. In addition, developed guidelines for the use of the acceleration plan to support its implementation at country level (UNFPA country.

Conducted and reported on the findings of a structured literature review on self-care interventions focusing on sexual and reproductive health of adolescents in sub-Saharan countries. The reporting was both in technical and scientific formats. Based on the findings of the literature review, developed four self-care models together with guidelines for their.

City Of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Coordination of a randomized controlled trial: Immediate versus delayed insertion of the copper IUD after second-trimester medical abortion. Prepared forms for data collection, ethical approval, database set up and management, data quality checks, fund management, and development of process evaluation methodologies.

Porto, Portugal

Managed and coordinated the baMBINO project, including data collection coordination, management of datasets, data analysis and preparation of papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Participated in dissemination activities, such as conferences, congresses and others.