Olympian, Academic, Public Health Advocate

bridging sport, movement, and well-being through evidence-based approaches and experiential insights

Siona Fernandes combines her background as an Olympian with tertiary academic expertise spanning psychology, sport and exercise. Her academic work focuses on the impact of sport on public health, particularly serving the inclusion and equity of migrant communities.

Having lived and worked across multiple countries, she brings a global perspective to developing inclusive, evidence-based policies and strategies for sport, recreation, and health. Siona specialises at connecting research insights with real-world applications, helping sports and public health organisations navigate services across diverse communities and cultural contexts.

With over a decade of experience in the sports industry, Siona continues to practice as a registered exercise professional, mentoring youth and coaching adults to achieve health and fitness goals through personalised training, functional movement coaching, and behaviour change strategies.