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tailored solutions for complex challenges

strategy consulting and program development for nonprofits, international organizations, government agencies, foundations, and philanthropies supporting children, youth, and families.

areas of expertise

child protection
youth engagement
early childhood
forced migration
education

foster care
humanitarian action
mental health & psychosocial support
workforce & career readiness
community engagement

why yau.guru

Uruguay. In reverse. I feel deeply connected to Uruguay, where I am from.

services

  • policy

    Policy & Strategy development for a wide variety of organizations and sectors.

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  • program

    Program Design & Implementation. Broad training and curriculum development.

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  • advocacy

    Advocacy & Media support at global, national, and local levels.

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  • therapy

    therapy

    Clinical experience with children, youth, and parents.

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clients & affiliations

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  • "With his strong professional background, networking skills, and wide field experience, Stephen was a strategic partner and an influential advocate, able to work effectively across various areas and contexts. Stephen is an excellent communicator with a special ability to identify strategic opportunities to promote positive change and achieve long lasting results."

    MARTA SANTOS PAIS
    FORMER SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE UNITED NATIONS SECRETARY-GENERAL ON VIOLENCE AGAINST CHILDREN

  • “Stephen co-created opportunities and synergies in working with children and families at a whole new level of partnership. Stephen always came prepared with in-depth technical knowledge, a strong moral ethical grounding, and solid direct implementation experience. I could always count on Stephen for phenomenal outcomes in every interaction and assignment.”

    DR. NICHOLAS ALIPUI
    FORMER UNICEF DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS

  • "Stephen is unique in his ability to both look at the big picture while being anchored directly to the individuals and communities with whom he works."

    SHAHEEN MISTRI
    CEO OF TEACH FOR INDIA

recent notable collaborations

New York City Child Welfare

Partnered with the City of New York to design support programs for young individuals transitioning from foster care.

U.S. Federal Government

Collaborated with the U.S. Government to bolster youth engagement support for Unaccompanied Children.

Global Research & Advocacy

Conducted in-depth research on the effectiveness of restorative justice and mandatory reporting laws on child sexual abuse, informing strategies for a leading global foundation dedicated to addressing child sexual abuse.

let’s work together

Contact me to learn more about my work and how I can support you. I also look forward to connecting with like-minded individuals and organizations. Together, we are greater than the sum of our parts.