dr Dolly Daou

Design strategy for impact

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Dr Dolly Daou is an internationally recognised academic leader, design researcher, and educator with over 26 years of global experience across Australia, Europe, China, and the Middle East. Dr Daou held senior leadership roles including Program Director, Head of School, and Research Centre Director, driving innovation in food design, interior architecture, and cross-disciplinary entrepreneurship.

Dr Daou is a PhD-qualified researcher with an extensive publication record, and a passionate advocate for integrating industry, technology, and community into transformative education. Her leadership has advanced program accreditations, global partnerships, and award-winning curricula.

AWARDS

2024 Kingston’s Citizen of the Year

2018 Al-Safeer Congress Award

Publications

EDUCATIONAL MODELS AND WORKSHOPS