Dr. Moreira is passionate about helping others. She has dedicated herself to the profession of social work and everything it represents. She brings this pride and dedication to the classroom, along with her child welfare experience, to inspire students on their own journey in becoming social workers. Dr. Moreira’s proficiencies include:  promoting positive social change, trauma informed care, cultural humility, LGBTQI advocacy, mindfulness, and self-care.  As a professor, she draws upon her extensive experience working in low-income areas advocating for the rights of children and their families.