Dr Siona Fernandes OLY
Sport. Culture. Health. Performance.
Academic Researcher · Olympian · Bharatanatyam Artist · Exercise Practitioner
PhD | MSc Psychology | MSc Sport & Exercise | Bachelor of Performing Arts
Making sport and movement meaningful and POSSIBLE for more people
A different perspective on performance
Performance is not only about winning. Health is not only about motivation.
Both are shaped by culture, access, relationships, environment and the opportunities people are given.
That is where my work begins: connecting ideas and shaping opportunities in and through sport and exercise.
I support individuals and organisations to think across boundaries that are too often kept separate by drawing together lived experience with research and practice.
• RESEARCH •MENTORING • INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT
News & Updates
Recently Published in the Health Promotion Journal of Australia: August 2026
Fostering Equity in and Through Sport: A Content Analysis of Sports Policies for Migrants in Australia. Health Promotion Journal of Australia. Read Published Abstract
Published Citation: Fernandes, S., & Holroyd, E. (2026). Fostering Equity in and Through Sport: A Content Analysis of Sports Policies for Migrants in Australia. Health Promotion Journal of Australia, 37(4), e70229.
Judged the 2026 Active Health and Exercise Industry Awards, Australia.
Professional Enquiries
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Selected Writings
Writings, as I experience the world….
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Contact
Let’s build something meaningful… For professional enquiries, please email. connect@sionafernandes.com
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Media
Official updates including media with interviews, podcasts, and press releases featuring Siona Fernandes and her professional work.
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Industry Engagement
Dr Siona Fernandes OLY offers coaching and mentoring across health, exercise, high-performance sport and professional development.
