Speaking
Invite Melissa to speak
Melissa speaks with warmth, honesty and expertise about Indigenous education, helping audiences move from good intentions to meaningful practice.
Speaking topics
Each session is tailored to your audience, from classroom teachers and school leaders to university educators and policy makers.
Embedding Indigenous perspectives
Moving beyond tokenism to authentic integration of Indigenous knowledges across the curriculum.
Culturally responsive, trauma-informed teaching
Creating learning environments where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students feel safe, seen and able to thrive.
Preparing the next generation of teachers
What her PhD research reveals about how pre-service teachers are equipped, and what needs to change.
Truth-telling through curriculum
How curriculum design can support truth-telling, equity and reconciliation in practice.
Leading change in education
Lessons from leadership on driving meaningful, lasting change within schools and institutions.
Your topic
Have a specific theme or audience in mind? Melissa is happy to discuss a session designed for your event.
Formats
In person or online.
Keynotes
Conference openings and plenary addresses.
Panels and conversations
Facilitated discussions, panels and Q&A sessions.
Workshops
Hands-on professional learning for schools, universities and organisations.
Make a speaking enquiry
Share your event, date, location and audience, and Melissa will be in touch.