Serah Kivuti is an educator, mentor, and researcher passionate about supporting teachers and creating learning environments where every student can thrive. Originally from Kenya, she earned her Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction (Languages and Literacies) from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Drawing on her experience in teacher education, educational research, and elementary education, Serah is committed to equipping educators with practical strategies that foster belonging, meaningful learning, and student success. She believes that teacher mentorship is essential in empowering educators to grow in confidence and strengthen their practice in order to positively impact the lives of their students.
Her research explores informal peer mentorship, students’ sense of belonging, and the role of socio-cultural contexts in shaping students’ educational experiences. Her scholarship has been recognized internationally, including receiving an Emerging Scholar Award at the 31st International Conference on Learning, and her work has been accepted for publication in The International Journal of Learner Diversity and Identities.