Alexandra Diamond

Dr. Alexandra Diamond is a Lecturer in Early Childhood at the University of South Australia's UniSA Education Futures. Her work focuses on culturally responsive pedagogies, multilingual literacy development, and community-based learning. She has conducted extensive research in Fiji, exploring topics such as children's language socialization, trauma-informed teaching, and family engagement in education. Her research emphasizes collaboration with communities to co-create educational resources and practices that honor cultural diversity.

Key research areas include early childhood education in multicultural contexts, the ethics of care in pedagogy, and the intersection of language, literacy, and cultural identity. She has published widely on topics such as translingual practices in Indo-Fijian communities, trauma-informed classroom strategies, and service-learning initiatives for intercultural competence.

Dr. Diamond's work often involves participatory research methods, ensuring communities are active partners in shaping educational outcomes. Her recent studies highlight innovative approaches to fostering literacy in home and community settings, particularly for young children transitioning into monolingual education systems.