Donella brings her experience as a researcher, educator, and development practitioner to her role as International Development and Insights Manager. Prior to joining, Donella was a Senior Lecture and Co-Director of the Centre of Global Studies in Education at the University of Waikato. During her 11 years at the University of Waikato, Donella worked with bilateral and multilateral organisations throughout the Asia-Pacific region to implement community-based development programmes that centred around teacher development, mentoring and open distance learning.
In her spare time, Donella enjoys hiking in the great outdoors, baking tasty treats and beach walks with her dog, Chai.
