Natalia Moreno Lara
About Natalia Moreno Lara
Natalia Moreno Lara is a Project Manager currently working at Sesame Workshop in Bogota, Colombia. She has a diverse background in research and education, with experience in various organizations focused on children's rights and protection.
Current Role at Sesame Workshop
Natalia Moreno Lara currently serves as a Project Manager at Sesame Workshop, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various projects that align with the organization's mission to support children's development and education. Her work involves coordinating with teams and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met effectively.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Before her current position, Natalia worked as an Independent Contractor at Sesame Workshop for two months in 2020. Additionally, she held roles at ICBF as a Specialized Technical Professional for nine months and at CERLALC - UNESCO as a Virtual Professor and Trainer of Trainers for four months, both in 2020. These experiences contributed to her expertise in managing projects focused on childhood and family protection.
Educational Background
Natalia holds a Master's degree in Social Sciences and Behavior from Universidad de Groningen, which she completed from 2018 to 2019. She also studied Pedagogical Science at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, achieving her MSc in 2019. Her undergraduate education includes a degree in Psychology from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, where she studied from 2009 to 2014. Additionally, she completed a course in Systemic Therapy at Fundación Fundaterapia Sistémica de Bogotá in 2014.
Research and Analytical Skills
Natalia possesses strong skills in both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. She has experience in analyzing and evaluating policies, programs, and services aimed at children. Her background includes working as a Research Assistant at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana and participating in a research group focused on childhood protection at the University of Oviedo.
Commitment to Children's Rights
Natalia has a strong interest in promoting equitable and respectful relationships in societies, particularly concerning children's and youth's rights. Her professional approach reflects a global perspective, as she has worked in international environments and developed creative tools within educational systems to support children's development.