Con el apremio que puede implicar construir equidad de género, las políticas de salvaguardas sociales del Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo (BID) abordan acciones concretas para mitigar cualquier impacto negativo que sea resultado de nuestros proyectos. Dado que las inequidades y violencias basadas en género son vastas, solemos preguntarnos, ¿por dónde empezar? Los … [Lee más...] about Violencia basada en género: un riesgo invisibilizado en los proyectos de desarrollo
María Amelia Viteri
María Amelia Viteri is a Senior Social Specialist at IDB’s Environmental and Social Solutions Unit (ESG), renowned for her extensive expertise in fostering inclusivity and equity. A leader in operations and social safeguards, she ensures that projects uphold the highest environmental and social standards. As a Social Scientist, María Amelia has spearheaded pioneering research, delving into the complex challenges faced by diverse underserved and vulnerable populations, particularly across Latin America, the Caribbean, and the United States. Her published works offer critical insights that have significantly influenced policies and practices in these regions. She holds a Ph.D. in Cultural Anthropology from American University in Washington D.C. She also earned an M.A. in Social Sciences, and a B.A. in Linguistics. Her research spans a wide range of topics on global disparities. She has published extensively in both English and Spanish, contributing to academic discourse and informing public policy.
