Sofia Silva
UNDP Cabo Verde Accelerator Lab
Head of Exploration
Sofia Silva is the Head of Exploration at UNDP Accelerator Lab in Cabo Verde, where she leads a portfolio of experiments that explore emerging trends, implications for systemic impacts and risks, and their potential for accelerating progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). She has over 16 years of experience in Information Systems and Electronic Governance in Cape Verde and Lusophone countries. With an MBA in Leadership and Innovation from Fundaçao Gertúlio Vargas - FGV, Brazil, Sofia has a solid background in working with state organizations, international NGOs, and private companies on projects that leverage technology, data, and design thinking to solve complex development challenges. She has also coordinated the software production department of NOSi, the most recognized ICT institution in Cape Verde, and worked as a consultant for projects in East Timor and Mozambique. Sofia is passionate about exploring new ways of thinking and doing that can enhance the lives and livelihoods of the poorest and most vulnerable.