Dina Soeiro

is a Professor at the Education School of the Polytechnic University of Coimbra. She works on national and international projects that promote Adult Literacy and Education for Democratic Citizenship. Soeiro is a founding member of the European Literacy Network. She also represents the European Association for the Education of Adults in the European Commission’s Working Group on Equality and Values in Education and Training. Contact: disoeiro(at)esec.pt

From the Editorial team

EDITORIAL The stronger adult education, the stronger democracy

In her editorial on the theme of Adult Education and Democracy, ELM Editorial Board member Dina Soeiro emphasises how adult learning—through critical thinking, media literacy and civic engagement—empowers citizens to shape their communities and strengthen democracy.

22.09.2025 Dina Soeiro