Gabriel Florez

In partnership with the Brazilian Ministry of Education – Washington, D.C., USA

Led an educational initiative in collaboration with the Brazilian Ministry of Education to create a Portuguese-language video series for low-income students across Brazil.

Researched, scripted, and presented major U.S. monuments — including the Lincoln Memorial, U.S. Capitol, and the white house — entirely in Portuguese.

Coordinated on-site filming and production logistics in Washington, D.C., ensuring accurate historical content and engaging storytelling for a young audience.

Produced and distributed a full educational video series that reached over 20,000 students in Brazilian public schools and online learning platforms.

Promoted cross-cultural understanding and global awareness by connecting U.S. democratic history to Brazilian civic education.

• Managed pool equipment inventory and conducted regular maintenance checks.
• Performed water rescues and administered first aid as needed.
• Maintained pool cleanliness and performed chemical checks to ensure water quality.
• Developed training materials and lesson plans for aquatic safety and rescue techniques.
• Monitored pool area to ensure safety of swimmers and prevent accidents.
• Conducted swim tests to assess swimmer abilities and ensure appropriate pool usage.
• Instructed lifeguard certification courses, ensuring participants met safety and competency standards.

• Conduct research on economic, financial, and social issues in Latin America and the Caribbean.
• Analyze datasets, policy trends, and development indicators.
• Writing policy briefs, reports, and presentations.
• Review policies and strategies in sectors like health, education, infrastructure, and climate change.
• Assist in drafting policy recommendations and strategic documents.
• Effectively communicating ideas, research findings, and policy recommendations is crucial for influencing decision-making and fostering collaboration among stakeholders.
• Conducted research on regional economic development initiatives to support project proposals.