Julia D. Ribeiro is a research consultant and quality assurance specialist with more than 20 years of experience spanning education, health, disability inclusion, and evidence-informed policy development.

Throughout her career, she has led and supported national initiatives aimed at strengthening quality assurance systems, organisational performance, and service delivery.

Her work included leading quality assurance and registration initiatives for Early Childhood Education Centres in Trinidad and Tobago, conducting evidence syntheses for the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO), and developing accessible communication resources to support greater participation and inclusion.

Ms. Ribeiro has extensive experience in project management, research, policy development, quality management, and stakeholder engagement.

She has served as a consultant to PAHO/WHO, contributing to projects focused on health communication and accessibility, and as an adjunct lecturer at Sital College of Tertiary Education, where she designs and delivers professional development programmes.

She holds a Master of Science in Agri-Food Safety and Quality Assurance with Distinction from The University of the West Indies and has earned professional certifications in quality management, project management, and research methodologies.

Drawing on both professional expertise and a deep personal commitment to inclusion, Ms. Ribeiro is passionate about advancing accessibility, equity, and opportunities for persons with disabilities.

As a Director of the National Centre for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD), she contributes to the organisation’s mission of promoting independence, participation, and improved quality of life for persons with disabilities and their families.