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Dr. Elizabeth Joy Erwin is a Professor at Montclair State University in the Department of Teaching and Learning, where she trains graduate and doctoral students in inclusive pedagogy. With over 30 years of experience, her work centers on equity, innovation, and social justice for children with disabilities and their families.
- Degrees: BS (Syracuse University), MA (Teachers College, Columbia University), EdD (Teachers College, Columbia University)
Dr. Erwin's research explores Inclusive Communities, Mindfulness Practices, and Innovations in Reflective Inquiry. She co-led international initiatives in Bali (2025) and Reggio Emilia (2025), focusing on cultural immersion and holistic education. Her latest book, The Power of Presence (2020), bridges mindfulness with social justice in early childhood education.
Recent publications analyze belonging, self-determination, and mindfulness across diverse educational settings. She collaborates globally on inclusive teaching models and family-professional partnerships, emphasizing qualitative research and meta-synthesis.
Dr. Erwin currently resides in New York City, integrating daily yoga and meditation into her advocacy for mindful, equitable learning environments.
