Izabele Colusso

Izabele Colusso is an architect, urban planner, researcher, and Associate Professor at UNISINOS, Brazil, where she coordinates the undergraduate Architecture and Urbanism program. She also leads Plural Territorial Planning Consultancy, connecting academic research with public policy and professional practice. Her work focuses on urban resilience, climate adaptation, disaster risk reduction, and territorial planning, with extensive experience supporting municipalities in post-disaster recovery and resilient development. She collaborates with national and international institutions, including UNDRR, and is passionate about translating research into practical solutions for cities facing complex urban and climate challenges