Psychologist with experience in the design and implementation of interdisciplinary research projects, as well as psychoeducational, social, and clinical programs. My research interests are related to parenting, immigrant attitudes, and cultural practices in ethnic communities.
I am a research assistant on the Minerva-funded project “What’s Missing? Innovating Interdisciplinary Methods for Hard-to-Reach Environments” The research question is geared towards what ways residents of informal settlements innovate to adapt to (im)provision of safety and security. Using diverse methods and collaborating with universities to evolve social science approaches in hard-to-reach environments.
Infantia 2 is a guide for parents and caregivers of infants aged 0 to 5, aiming to promote essential caregiving knowledge and practices for holistic development and the formation of healthy habits during these crucial early years.
Chamorro, A., Molina, C., Orozco, L., González, L., Fonseca, L. (2023). Infantia 2: guía para padres y cuidadores de niños y niñas de 0-5 años. Biblioteca Universidad Del Norte. https://manglar.uninorte.edu.co/handle/ 10584/11472#page=1
This study examined the relationship between poverty and attitudes toward childcare practices in Colombia. While no direct relationship was found, poorer urban areas showed less positive attitudes, especially in cognitive, sleep, and health care. The study underscores the need to consider socioeconomic and geographical factors in childcare practices.
Romero Royert, D., Amar, J. J., González, L., Romero Orozco, D., & Aragón, J. (2023). Attitudes towards childcare practices in rural and urban caregivers with high rates of multidimensional poverty: Actitudes hacia las prácticas de cuidado infantil en cuidadores rurales y urbanos con altos índices de pobreza. Psicogente, 26(50). https://doi.org/10.17081/psico.26.50.6583
This project was funded by Ministerio de las Culturas, las Artes y los saberes, Colombia, to promote spaces for the recovery and visibility of traditions, knowledge, and ancestral customs in the rural communities of Santander de Quilichao. Strengthened rural communities, highlighting the importance of their oral tradition and their own language, and fostering resilience through art in persistent violence.
fundación prevención protección integral para la familia (PROINFA)
march 2023-august 2023
this project was funded by the ministerio de cultura, artes y saberes, colombia to promote emotional bonds in families through art therapy. activities include mask-making, dance for expression, and therapeutic music. ongoing learning inspires original works, with active family involvement in children's workshops.
fundación prevención protección integral para la familia (PROINFA)
april 2021- august 2021
