I aim to convey the importance of my research projects to diverse audiences, pinpoint the social issues, and propose solutions.
Non-peer Review Publications
Learning English: a necessary investment for individuals, companies and the country.
English proficiency is increasingly important for Nicaraguan youth as there is a growing demand and shortage of this skill.
How can young Nicaraguans «get ahead»?
Nicaraguan youth face tough socioeconomic conditions but can still respond to these challenges. The debate over whether general context or individual actions have more impact is recognized as needing a balanced approach.
Nicaragua in movement: protests analysis between 2016 and 2020
This study examines the frequency and changing features of protests in Nicaragua from 2016 to 2020 and predicts potential scenarios for the 2021 election year.
Analysis of Trends in Democratic Attitudes: Nicaragua Report
Nicaraguans’ democratic attitudes have changed significantly due to President Ortega’s increasingly authoritarianism. This has influenced how Nicaraguans perceive democracy. (Work initially submitted under a pseudonym)
Monsignor Romero, a symbol in dispute
Nicaraguan opposition activists and Sandinistas were in a political dispute over the use of the symbol of the bishop martir, Monsignor Romero, and when it should be used.
Nicaraguans consolidate a national social movement
The survival of a national social movement after the 2018 wave of protests and potential alternatives to pursue.
Sociopolitical Earthquake in Nicaragua
Between April and September 2018, there were 2,067 protest events, with the number decreasing to 51 in the following six months due to brutal repression.
University youth, revolutionary call
University students have been, are, and will continue to be key figures in Nicaragua’s political landscape. No matter how hard authorities try to suppress the revolutionary call, it resurfaces emphatically to bring about transformation.
Qualification mismatch in Call Centers in Nicaragua
This study analyzes the skills mismatch in Nicaragua’s Call Center industry and its impact on employment. Addressing this issue is important because it can lead to productivity problems, increased unemployment, lower pay, and workplace dissatisfaction.
How to effectively lead an education system: Advice from Otto Granados
Whose guidance should education decision-makers in Latin America, and middle-income countries in general, be seeking? It’s crucial to align with advisors who bring valuable insight and experience to drive impactful change.
Media Appearances, Interviews, and Mentions
Divergentes
September 18, 2021.
The repression cost faced by the Catholic Church in Nicaragua for its mobilization involvement.
ALÉM-MAR
April 1, 2022.
The authoritarian consolidation of a revolutionary process: The Sandinistas.
*Interview originally under a pseudonym for security reasons.
Ponete Las Pilas
August 4, 2021.
Youth, Employment, and Call Centers in Nicaragua.
Corporación Radio
January 18, 2021.
The state of social movements in Nicaragua amid the Pandemic and the electoral year.
Nicaragua Investiga,
January 13, 2021
Electoral opportunities for activists and political parties.
Global Voices,
January 12, 2021
Nicaraguans push to release about 100 political prisoners.
Divergentes,
December 19, 2020
Narratives around the Sociopolitical crisis in Nicaragua.
Revista Cultura Libre,
October 19, 2020
The state of social movements in Nicaragua amid the Pandemic and the electoral year.
Confidencial
September 13, 2020.
A significant coordinated action emerging from a National Social Movement.
4to Mono
September 17, 2020.
The Political unrest resulting from continuation of authoritarian practices
Confidencial
September 10, 2020.
The continuation of protests in Nicaragua despite increasing authoritarian threats.
Corporación Radio
September 8, 2020
New mobilization scenarios facing the electoral context
La Prensa (Nicaragua)
September 7, 2020
Potential mobilizations according to political opportunities and threats.
La Prensa (Nicaragua)
August 11, 2020
Different roles of the Catholic Church in 2018 mobiliziations
France24
August 11, 2020
Attacks against the Catholic Church in Nicaragua as retaliation for democratic promotion.
Voces y Razones Podcast
April 27, 2020
Political and Social Mechanisms to Resist Ortega’s Authoritarianism.
Artículo66
January 07, 2019
Poverty and economic crisis resulting from political unrest and authoritarianism.
Red Politik
November 19, 2019
Mobilization and demobilization in Nicaragua.
Revista Cultura Libre
October 30, 2019
The 2018 Wave of Protest, described as a Political Earthquake.
Actualidad con Dino Andino
September 15, 2019
The new configuration of Nicaragua’s social movements and political parties.
Confidencial
May 27, 2019
The 2018 Wave of Protests’ political significance and legacy. Opportunities for further mobilizations.
Oslo Forum Paper
April 7, 2019
Mentioned by Maria J. Stephan in her report about mass movements in peace processes and political transitions
World Affairs Report
January 19, 2019
Thousands of Nicaraguans are fleeing the country and seeking asylum in other Central American countries and the United States.
Chanel 12
May 18, 2018
The impact of mobilizations in Nicaragua. A political opportunity to restore democracy.
Confidencial
December 14, 2017
The qualification mismatch in Call Centers in Nicaragua
Sergio M. Cabrales 