Wilma Robles de Melendez

Wilma Robles de Melendez is a Professor of Early Childhood Education and Leadership at the Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, Nova Southeastern University (Fort Lauderdale, Florida). She teaches early childhood and leadership courses and has over 25 years of experience as an educator and teacher educator.

• Ph.D. - Universidad Complutense de Madrid
• M.A. - University of Puerto Rico
• B.A. - University of Puerto Rico

Her research focuses on multicultural and social justice issues in education, particularly addressing children's immigration challenges, social-emotional wellbeing, culturally responsive practices for families, and dual language learners. She has coordinated the development of undergraduate and graduate programs in early childhood education.

• South Florida's Women of Distinction (2008)
• Exchange Leader Initiative awardee (2020)