Jovita Ortiz Contreras

Jovita Ortiz Contreras is a distinguished professional in maternal and reproductive health with extensive experience in academia and international organizations. Since March 2009, Jovita has held multiple roles at Universidad de Chile, including Directora de Departamento de Promoción de Salud de la Mujer y RN (OBST) and Académica. Additionally, Jovita serves as Responsable Centro Colaborador para el Desarrollo de la Partería en América Latina with the Pan American Health Organization and as Responsable Socio Implementador for UNFPA-LACRO. Previous experience includes consultancy roles focused on maternal health training in Latin America and an academic position at Universidad de Concepción. Educational qualifications include a degree in Matrona Especialista en Perinatología and a Master's in Salud Reproductiva, both from Universidad de Concepción.