Alejandro Moreno Olmedo

Alejandro Moreno Olmedo (1934-2019) was a Spanish-born Venezuelan Salesian priest and psychologist known for his ethnographic approach to social sciences. He earned his psychology degree from the Universidad Católica Andrés Bello and a doctorate in social sciences from the Universidad Central de Venezuela. Moreno's work focused on the Venezuelan family, emphasizing its matrilineal structure and the central role of mothers in society. His insights into the emotional and social dynamics of Venezuelan life have left a lasting impact on the understanding of familial relationships and community resilience amidst political and social turmoil.