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Holly McAlister is a researcher at Charles Sturt University's Children's Voices Centre within the Allied Health, Exercise and Sports Sciences school. Her work focuses on speech-language pathology, multilingual development, and culturally responsive practices for Pacific Islander communities. She has contributed to 25 research outputs since 2020, emphasizing child-centered methodologies like participatory action research and arts-based approaches.
Her research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly regarding global health equity and child rights. Key projects include the Children Draw Talking Project, which analyzes communication patterns across 24 countries, and studies on Fijian English speech development. McAlister received the 2023 Charles Sturt Excellence Award for her role in interdisciplinary research.
Collaborations span institutions globally, with emphasis on Pacific Islander health equity. Her work addresses clinical practice gaps through culturally sensitive approaches and advocates for children's voices in policy-making. Research outputs include conference presentations, peer-reviewed abstracts, and contributions to international health initiatives.
McAlister's expertise bridges linguistics, child development, and global health, with active participation in conferences like the Asia Pacific Society of Speech, Language and Hearing Symposium. Her current interests include decolonizing research methodologies and improving access to speech-language services for marginalized communities.
