Felipe.S.Barbaza
Anthropologist researcher and consultant, Felipe develops an advisory approach grounded in anthropological insight.
He supports both personal transformation and informed decision-making, including in the context of cultural objects and heritage acquisitions.
His work is part of an ongoing engagement with anthropological research, through which he seeks to contribute new conceptual perspectives, particularly concerning sensory experience as a form of knowledge.
Professional Background
Felipe explores Andean cultures, combining anthropology and guidance to support personal growth.
Passionate about anthropological research, his vision guides his work.
Experience
Graduate Researcher in Anthropology (MA in progress)
Université Laval
2023- present
• Research on Indigenous knowledge systems in the Americas
• Focus on cosmologies, ritual practices, and healing systems across North America, Mesoamerica, and the Andes
• Ethnographic analysis and fieldwork preparation in the Andean region
Anthropological Fieldwork – Peru
Felipe is the recipient of a research grant awarded by a nationally recognized Canadian organization.
His work examines healing practices and traditional medical systems within Andean communities in Peru, focusing on knowledge systems, perception, and lived realities of illness and healing.
This perspective informs his advisory work, guiding thoughtful and responsible decisions in complex cultural contexts.