Gabriela Cervantes

Gabriela is an advocacy and policy specialist dedicated to bridging community voices with public policy. With a background in evidence-based policymaking and community building, Gabriela focuses on crafting social policies to address systemic barriers that perpetuate poverty and inequality. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of British Columbia and an MSc in Public Policy from UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University. Passionate about fostering community-centered solutions, Gabriela aims to create accessible pathways to knowledge through a justice and care-centered approach, particularly for equity-seeking groups. She utilizes her skills in research, data analysis, government relations, and policy communication to advance public awareness of the importance of a universal early learning and child care system for promoting gender equality, human flourishing, and societal well-being. Gabriela works toward contributing to more caring public policies and communities that enhance overall well-being. Outside of her professional life, Gabriela enjoys spending time in nature, crocheting, and exploring human-centric design and technology.