Thayz is a dedicated advocate for the transformative power of sports. As a Clinical and Sports Psychologist, she has been committed to helping individuals thrive in sports and their personal goals. With a focus on promoting mental health, fostering safe sports environments enhancing inclusivity, and advancing gender equality, she brings a multifaceted approach to her work. With a dual degree in Psychology and Physical Education, complemented by a specialization in Sports Psychology and ongoing pursuit of a master’s degree in Sports Management, Thayz has a comprehensive understanding of the intersection between sports and psychology.

She understands the essential role of safeguarding policies and recognizes their significant importance in creating a secure sporting environment. These policies are critical to ensuring athletes’ physical safety and mental well-being. Thayz’s vision extends beyond sports psychology, encompassing broader goals of mental health advocacy and gender equality in sports. She aims to make a significant impact in the field of sports management, leveraging her diverse expertise and passion for positive change. Thayz believes that emphasizing and implementing effective safeguarding measures are crucial to establishing an inclusive, empowering, and secure sports landscape for all.

Thayz has translated Safeguarding Adults in Sport documents to reach a broader audience, created engaging content for SSI’s social media platforms, conducted research on gender-based violence in sports, helped disseminate safeguarding practices in Brazil, contributed to SSI’s content on safeguarding and mental health, collaborated with SSI staff and trustees to gather insights and feedback on safeguarding issues, participated in SSI’s training programs, and contributed to other SSI projects while attending team meetings.