Meet Donna

Meet Dr Donna M Velliaris

Her background, philosophy and credentials — the story behind three decades of research, teaching and authorship.

Three decades across school, higher education and teacher education, spanning Australia, Japan, Singapore and Thailand.

A first-generation Australian's journey through more than 40 countries, poetry, and a lifelong love of restoring forgotten art.

A PhD in Educational Sociology, three Master's degrees, and postgraduate certifications including from Harvard.

All learners are capable of growth — a philosophy built on high expectations, inclusion and genuine belonging.

A detailed history of her roles across school, university and international education systems.

Ongoing professional development across inclusion, wellbeing, safeguarding and classroom practice, from IRIS Center to Emerging Minds Learning.

Ranked among the Global Gurus Top 30 in Education, and named a Top 50 Thought Leader on Student Belonging.