Barbara Gomez Paez

Barbara Gomez Paez is a bilingual Senior Research Assistant at the HHCJ Lab, where she contributes to the DHomes Study, aimed at improving diabetes care for individuals experiencing homelessness. In this role, Barbara is responsible for participant outreach, enrollment, and data collection, while also advocating for health equity and access to care. She earned her B.Ed. in Educational Psychology from the Central University of Ecuador. Prior to joining the HHCJ Lab, Barbara focused on student wellness and administered psychoeducational assessments to support students' academic success and personal growth. Outside of research, Barbara enjoys traveling, hiking, and biking.