Maria Paula Russo Riva

Research and Advocacy Consultant at Coalizão Direitos na Rede
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(386) 825-5501
Location
São Paulo, Brazil, BR
Languages
  • Português Native or bilingual proficiency
  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Espanhol Limited working proficiency
  • Francês Limited working proficiency
  • Alemão Elementary proficiency
  • Italian Elementary proficiency

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Margaret Curran

Maria Paula recently presented at a conference in Sao Paula where I was also presented - thanks to Legisla Brasil. She was just amazing - first-class research and excellent presentation skills on the theme of violence against women in politics. Such valuable information and compelling insights.

Janina Steinert

I've had the privilege of working with Maria Paula since the inception of the project centered around online misogyny against politically active women from the Technical University of Munich, where I work at the Global Health Department. Her involvement began when we brought her on board as a regional expert and researcher. From that point onward, Maria Paula's contributions have been nothing short of exceptional. From aiding in the meticulous sampling process based on an extensive list of political candidates from the 2022 elections in Brazil to sourcing pertinent grey literature from diverse channels for our PhD student Luise, Maria Paula's impact has been undeniable. Her dedication extends further as she has played a vital role in drafting articles and presenting innovative ideas and strategies to propel the project forward. It is without reservation that I wholeheartedly endorse Maria Paula as a preeminent researcher and astute policy analyst. Her unwavering commitment to delivering optimal results is evident, matched only by her genuine ardor for the subject matter. Furthermore, her approachable and affable nature fosters a seamless and adaptable working environment, facilitating effortless and productive exchanges. In essence, Maria Paula's professional prowess and personal qualities make her an invaluable asset to any team fortunate enough to collaborate with her.

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Credentials

  • Violência Política contra a Mulher
    Conselho Federal da OAB
    Jun, 2023
    - Nov, 2024
  • Curso de Formação da Advocacia Dativa: Violência Doméstica e Familiar - Aspectos Práticos e Jurídicos
    OAB/PR
    Aug, 2023
    - Nov, 2024
  • Manage Successful Field Research Course
    The World Bank
    Jun, 2023
    - Nov, 2024

Experience

    • Brazil
    • Civic and Social Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Research and Advocacy Consultant
      • Jun 2023 - Present

      Network with more than 50 academic and civil society organisations promoting digital rights, freedom of expression, protection of personal data and privacy online in Brazil. Proposal and implementation of advocacy strategies on the Brazilian National Congress agenda. Main tasks: • Follow the regulatory agenda on the topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI), focusing on the adoption of subsidies on the subject; • Engage with civil society organizations and relevant stakeholders dealing with potential risks and opportunities regarding AI and human rights; • Monitor the Brazilian Legislative and the Executive branches' initiatives on AI; • Draft, edit and proof-read technical reports; • Research and analyse documents and thematic reports; • Map potential foreign partner organizations; and • Attend events/meetings. Show less

    • Brazil
    • Public Policy Offices
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Research Consultant
      • Jun 2023 - Present

      Brazilian organisation aimed at expanding and strengthening the presence of women, in all their diversity, in politics and public management. Main tasks: • Prepare the theoretical and methodological framework of the research, including an intersectionality lens, for data collection and analysis of cases involving gender-based political violence complaints brought before the justice system and the Legislative Assemblies in Brazil; • Research, map and compile legislation and policy reports on gender-based political violence and create a concept to better address the phenomenon; • Draft petition to request information and analyse data collected; • Identify gaps and issues concerning the application of the Brazilian current legal framework; • Structure, draft and edit research report containing the analyses and registering gaps in data transparency. Show less

  • #MeRepresenta
    • São Paulo, Brazil
    • Research and Policy Coordinator
      • Jan 2023 - Present

      Coalition of five organizations formed by women, black, and LGBTIQ+ people, aiming at the promotion of gender equality, anti-racist struggle and respect for sexual orientation and gender identity in Brazilian politics. Main tasks: • Map and interact with policymakers and partner organizations developing projects on violence against women in politics; • Assist in developing/drafting new project proposals and grant applications; • Identify opportunities for further project funding; and • Provide recommendations on significant developments and emerging opportunities. Show less

    • Germany
    • Research Services
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Research And Policy Analyst
      • Mar 2022 - Present

      3-year-project: “Understanding, Detecting, and Mitigating Online Misogyny Against Politically Active Women”. Main tasks: • Conducted extensive literature review and compiled information from qualitative and quantitative studies on the topics of online hatred, online misogyny, (cyber) harassment and discrimination against female candidates and politicians in office, with particular focus on intersectionality traits (LGBTIQ+, black and indigenous); • Researched legal frameworks and policy developments at the international and domestic levels on the topic of (online) gender-based political violence; • Assisted with the survey design of a questionnaire on online misogyny to be distributed in Brazil, India and Germany; • Supported the compilation of a comprehensive list of 10.000 women who ran for office during the 2022 elections in Brazil; and • Drafted articles for the Brazilian Electoral Studies Journal (currently under review) and the magazine “Political Violence at a Glance”. Show less

    • Technical Consultant
      • Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

      Brazilian organisation engaged in the defence of basic social rights and strengthening citizenship, especially of children and adolescents. Main tasks: • Organized and prepared lectures and material for the "Citizenship in Early Childhood" project, with the aim of providing project management and financial tools for the institutional strengthening of the members of the Council for the Rights of Children and Adolescents. Brazilian organisation engaged in the defence of basic social rights and strengthening citizenship, especially of children and adolescents. Main tasks: • Organized and prepared lectures and material for the "Citizenship in Early Childhood" project, with the aim of providing project management and financial tools for the institutional strengthening of the members of the Council for the Rights of Children and Adolescents.

    • Austria
    • Government Administration
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Research and Data Trainee
      • Oct 2022 - Mar 2023

      Main tasks: • Assisted with the implementation of FRA’s EU Survey on Immigrants and Descendants of Immigrants with backcoding, data checks and data analysis (SPSS); • Contributted to drafting chapters of FRA's report ‘Being Black in the EU II’; • Mapped EU national legal frameworks and existing research on online hatred and rainbow families for the questionnaire of the upcoming FRA's LGBTIQ survey; • Researched and reported on recent LGBTIQ+ legal, jurisprudential and policy developments at the EU and Member State levels for FRA’s Fundamental Rights Report; and • Conducted extensive research into legislation, case laws and and academic literature on socio-economic status as a ground of discrimination. Show less

    • Brazil
    • Wellness and Fitness Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Legal and Advocacy Analyst
      • Jul 2019 - Aug 2022

      Brazilian NGO focused on the promotion of health public policies, fiscal justice and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Main tasks: • Assisted with the elaboration and implementation of advocacy and communication strategies; • Drafted advocacy materials to the Legislative and Executive Branches; • Engaged with civil society stakeholders at the national, regional and international levels and key governmental actors (including members of the Judiciary Branch); • Drafted amicus curiae briefs for legal procedures filled before Federal Appeal Courts and the Federal Supreme Court. • Drafted reports and articles on health public policies; • Gathered and analyzed information on risk factors of noncommunicable diseases; • Represented the organization in events, conducting workshops and seminars; and • Monitored criminal and non-criminal corruption offences from the tobacco industry to interfere with policy and regulation. Show less

    • Brazil
    • Philanthropic Fundraising Services
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Legal and Policy Advisor
      • Aug 2018 - Jun 2019

      Brazilian NGO focused on assisting and rendering public services to children, teenagers, the elderly and families living in situations of social vulnerability. Main tasks: • Gave legal counselling to those assisted by the NGO; • Analyzed and drafted contracts; • Provided legal consultation regarding the organization’s corporate documentation; • Assisted in developing compliance and governance policies; • Administered labour and administrative judicial proceedings and attended sessions of conflict resolution disputes; and • Carried out organizational and administrative tasks. Show less

    • Brazil
    • Legal Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Junior Lawyer
      • Sep 2017 - Jul 2018

      Main tasks: • Administered over 60 lawsuits with the elaboration of motions and complaints to Federal Courts and administrative defences to the National Transport Regulatory Agency; and • Engaged with clients and relevant stakeholders to provide legal assistance. Main tasks: • Administered over 60 lawsuits with the elaboration of motions and complaints to Federal Courts and administrative defences to the National Transport Regulatory Agency; and • Engaged with clients and relevant stakeholders to provide legal assistance.

    • Brazil
    • Philanthropic Fundraising Services
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Protection Assistant
      • May 2017 - Sep 2017

      Main activities: • Conducted comparative analysis of legislation, case law and desk research on the topic of immigration, refuge and asylum; • Provided legal consultancy to other departments; • Developed a database with all refugees and asylum seekers that had attended the organization; and • Carried out organizational and administrative tasks. Main activities: • Conducted comparative analysis of legislation, case law and desk research on the topic of immigration, refuge and asylum; • Provided legal consultancy to other departments; • Developed a database with all refugees and asylum seekers that had attended the organization; and • Carried out organizational and administrative tasks.

    • Austria
    • International Affairs
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Researcher on Trafficking in Persons Intern
      • Jan 2017 - Jul 2017

      Main tasks: • Conducted legal and jurisprudential research in Portuguese and Spanish speaking countries, followed by (comparative) analysis, on the topics of human trafficking and smuggling. Main tasks: • Conducted legal and jurisprudential research in Portuguese and Spanish speaking countries, followed by (comparative) analysis, on the topics of human trafficking and smuggling.

    • Legal Intern
      • Sep 2013 - Mar 2015

      Main tasks: • Prepared legal briefs for clients and companies facing corruption charges; • Conducted jurisprudential and legal research; and • Monitored legal and policy developments in Administrative Law, including the enactment of the Brazilian Anti-Corruption Act. Main tasks: • Prepared legal briefs for clients and companies facing corruption charges; • Conducted jurisprudential and legal research; and • Monitored legal and policy developments in Administrative Law, including the enactment of the Brazilian Anti-Corruption Act.

    • Legal Intern
      • Mar 2012 - Aug 2013

      Main tasks: • Assisted in drafting legal briefs; • Researched case laws and legal strategies for civil, tax and corporate lawsuits; and • Assisted with due diligence and compliance in M&A operations. Main tasks: • Assisted in drafting legal briefs; • Researched case laws and legal strategies for civil, tax and corporate lawsuits; and • Assisted with due diligence and compliance in M&A operations.

Education

  • Central European University
    Master's degree, Political Science
    2020 - 2021
  • Queen Mary University of London
    Master of Laws (LLM), International Human Rights Law
    2016 - 2017
  • University of Oxford
    Summer Course, International Human Rights Law Summer School
    2016 - 2016
  • Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo
    Bacharelado em Direito, Direito
    2011 - 2015

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