Ariadna Capasso

Ariadna Capasso has a diverse work experience in the field of public health and research. Ariadna is currently working as the Director of Research and Evaluation at Health Resources in Action, starting in 2022. Prior to this role, they served as a Regional Consultant at the Pan American Health Organization from 2020 to 2022.

From 2019 to 2022, Ariadna worked as a Regional Consultant at the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). Their responsibilities included supporting the development and implementation of a regional study on the impact of COVID-19 on maternal mortality, coordinating online workshops on the impact of COVID-19 on sexual and reproductive health, and contributing to guidance documents on regional policy priorities on maternal mortality reduction.

Before their role at the UNFPA, Ariadna was a Doctoral Candidate and later an Adjunct Instructor at NYU College of Global Public Health from 2017 to 2022. Ariadna also worked as a Senior Technical Advisor at Management Sciences for Health from 2015 to 2017.

Ariadna's experience in program management and leadership is evident from their roles at Family Care International. From 2009 to 2015, they served as a Senior Program Officer, overseeing the organization's program in Latin America and the Caribbean. Their responsibilities included managing program deliverables, supervising staff, providing strategic guidance, and designing and evaluating programs in sexual and reproductive health and maternal health.

Ariadna also worked as a Program Officer at Family Care International from 2009 to 2012, leading the development and implementation of maternal and sexual health programs, managing budgets, and maintaining partnerships with organizations and funding institutions.

Ariadna has also worked as an External Consultant at the United Nations Population Fund in 2011 and 2010. Ariadna served as a Regional Program Consultant at UNFPA from 2007 to 2008, where they played a key role in managing donor funds, coordinating implementation, and providing support to program formulation and monitoring.

Earlier in their career, Ariadna worked as a Consultant at Equipo Argentino de Antropología Forense, overseeing office operations and carrying out preparatory activities for the launch of the Latin American Initiative for the Identification of the Disappeared.

Overall, Ariadna Capasso's work experience showcases their expertise in research, program management, and public health, particularly in maternal and sexual health in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Ariadna Capasso has a diverse education history spanning several institutions and fields of study. Ariadna started their educational journey in 1993 at the University of Arkansas, where they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Art and Psychology. Ariadna completed their undergraduate studies in 1997.

In 1998, Ariadna decided to further their education and enrolled at the University of Colorado at Boulder for a Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) degree in Media & Communications. Ariadna successfully completed their master's program in 2000.

A few years later, in 2007, they pursued coursework towards a Master of Public Health degree with a focus on Community Education at the City University of New York. This coursework continued until 2008, giving their insight into the field of public health.

Most recently, Ariadna has been dedicated to expanding their knowledge and skills in Public Health. Starting in 2017, they embarked on a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) journey at the NYU School of Global Public Health. This Ph.D. program specializing in Public Health is expected to conclude in 2022, highlighting their commitment to academic excellence and research in their chosen field.