Thais Oso

Thais began her professional journey as a psychologist, dedicating her early career to making a difference in the challenging environments of Brazil’s favelas. Her unwavering commitment to positive change led her to Australia 20 years ago, where she has since evolved into an educator, business leader, and inspirational speaker.

Thais is currently serving as the Regional Director of Operations – South Pacific Rim for CIEE, overseeing educational initiatives across Australia, New Zealand, and Taiwan. In this role, she fosters global perspectives and enhances the student experience throughout the region. Her mission to effect positive change remains as strong as ever, believing that shaping individuals through education contributes to the collective power needed to make a better world.

From her childhood dream of changing the world to her present-day role as a Regional Director, Thais continues to embody the spirit of transformation through education, embracing the belief that together, we can make the world a better place.”