Dr. Jelina Haines boasts an extensive educational background, including a PhD in Computer Science and Technology, Master’s degrees in Business Information Management and Arts and Cultural Management, as well as Post-Graduate degrees in Archival and Preservation Management and Education with a major in Adult Learning from the University of South Australia. She also holds a Bachelor’s in Fine Arts from Curtin University. Currently, she serves as a Policy Advocate with Catalyst 2030 Australasia Chapter and holds multiple positions with the Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T).
In addition to her academic commitments, Jelina was invited as a guest lecturer at Georgetown University in 2023, where she presented her research titled "Exploring Indigenous Knowledge Artifact through the Lens of Artmaking." In 2022, she was also invited as a visiting scholar at the University of Arizona iSchool in the USA.
Renowned for her innovative blend of art and technology in her artistic endeavours and research, she has dedicated 21 years to working closely with Indigenous Elders in South Australia to preserve cultural heritage and traditional knowledge. Central to her work is a collaborative approach that brings cultural narratives to life and fosters a deeper appreciation of diverse stories and communal art practices. Jelina has made significant contributions to esteemed journals and conferences, delivering 18 keynote addresses on global platforms and actively participating in 8 journals as a reviewer. Her remarkable achievements have led to her nomination for the prestigious South Australian Science Excellence and Innovation – PhD Research Excellence Award, and she has also been honored with the Michael Miller Medal Award for High Commendation (STEM Academic Unit). Additionally, she was the 2022 recipient of the ASIS&T ProQuest Doctoral Dissertation Award and the Best Information Behavior Conference Early Career Paper Award from SIG-USE, among others, spanning the academic and creative industries. Through her work, Jelina emphasizes the healing and unifying impact of stories, highlighting the fundamental role of storytelling in the well-being of storytellers.
