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Dr. Olivia Martinez, PhD

Dr. Olivia Martinez is a leading expert in consent education and sexual ethics, with over 12 years of experience in research, advocacy, and educational program development. She specializes in creating evidence-based curricula that empower individuals to understand, communicate, and respect boundaries. Dr. Martinez bridges academic research with practical teaching, aiming to cultivate safe, informed, and respectful communities worldwide.

Specialization

• Consent Education and Awareness
• Sexual Ethics and Boundaries
• Adolescent and Young Adult Sexual Education
• Conflict Resolution and Communication Skills
• Policy Development for Sexual Safety

Education

• 2005–2009: BA in Psychology, University of California, Berkeley
• 2009–2011: MA in Human Development and Sexuality, Stanford University
• 2011–2015: PhD in Consent and Sexual Health Education, University of Oxford

Professional Experience

• 2015–2018: Sexual Consent Educator, RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network), USA
• 2018–2022: Senior Lecturer in Consent and Sexual Ethics, University College London
• 2022–Present: Director of Consent Education Programs, Global Consent Initiative
• Consultant for educational institutions and NGOs on sexual consent policies and programs

Selected Scientific Publications

• Martinez, O. (2021). "Teaching Consent in Higher Education: Strategies and Outcomes." Journal of Sexual Ethics, 14(2), 120–145.
• Martinez, O. & Patel, R. (2019). "Adolescent Understanding of Boundaries and Consent." International Journal of Sex Education, 11(3), 75–102.
• Martinez, O. (2017). "Policy and Practice in Consent Education." Sexual Health Review, 9(1), 35–59.

Professional Memberships

• International Society for Sexual Health (ISSH)
• American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT)
• European Network for Sexual and Reproductive Health Education (ENSRHE)
• Consent Education Network (CEN)

Participation in International Projects

• Lead Consultant, UNFPA “Global Consent Awareness Campaign” (2020–2023)
• Advisor, WHO “Adolescent Sexual Rights and Consent” initiative (2018–2021)
• Project Director, UNESCO “Digital Consent Tools for Schools” (2022–Present)

Work on Educational Programs

• Developer of “Safe Boundaries Curriculum” for secondary and tertiary education
• Creator of online consent modules for adolescents and young adults
• Training workshops for educators and counselors on consent communication and policy implementation

Interviews, Lectures, and Podcasts

• Guest on BBC Radio 4: “Consent Education in Schools”
• TEDx Talk: “Empowering Communities Through Consent Awareness” (2022)
• Regular contributor to the “Boundaries & Respect” podcast

Unique Values and Experience

Dr. Martinez combines rigorous research with practical, real-world applications to advance consent literacy. Her unique global perspective, including work with NGOs, universities, and policy makers, enables her to create inclusive, culturally sensitive programs that foster safety, communication, and respect across diverse populations.