About Dianne Morris

I’m a registered midwife, educator, and researcher with more than 30 years of experience in maternal and child health across Australia and the UK. My work spans hospital-based care, university teaching, childbirth education, research coordination, and community wellbeing programs—especially for women and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.

I’m a PhD candidate from the University of Technology Sydney, where my research explored how to build resilience in undergraduate midwifery students. I’m passionate about improving outcomes in maternity care through education, cultural humility, and community-led support.

Whether I’m in the classroom, at the bedside, or facilitating workshops for new parents, I believe every person deserves care that is respectful, inclusive, and empowering.

Education and Qualifications

Ph.D. Candidate (2017–2022)

University of Technology Sydney – Faculty of Health

Thesis: Measuring and building resilience in Bachelor of Midwifery students.

 

MSc Social Science Research Methods (1998–1999)

South Bank University, London UK

 

Registered Midwife, BSc (Hons) (1994–1996)

University of Bedfordshire / Luton and Dunstable Hospital, UK

 

Registered General Nurse, HND (1990–1993)

Leeds University / Leeds College of Health, UK

Meet the Team

  • Sumaya Barud

    STRATEGIC RESEARCH & ENGAGEMENT PARTNER

    Sumaya Barud is a qualified midwife who brings deep expertise in community consultation, public health research, and social impact strategy. She supports Dianne’s work by ensuring client services are grounded in inclusive, evidence-based practices that meet the diverse needs of women and families.

  • NIASHA

    MUSIC DIRECTOR

    NIASHA is a soulful singer-songwriter, vocal coach, and creative arts facilitator who serves as Music Director for Dianne’s arts-based projects for mothers and babies. With a passion for healing through sound and storytelling, Niasha curates uplifting musical experiences that nurture connection, wellbeing, and cultural expression for new mothers and their little ones.

  • Taku Mbudzi

    BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT

    Taku Mbudzi is a producer, writer, and business development consultant supporting Dianne’s creative and community-led initiatives. With a background in storytelling, screen production, and strategic planning, Taku helps bring clarity, structure, and joyful momentum to projects that centre women’s health, resilience, and the arts.

What People Are Saying

  • Birthing Class Participant, 2024

    “

    We found our path, even when things didn’t go to plan.

    Dianne Morris’s classes helped us plan the birth we hoped for — but also prepare for the unexpected. Even when the hospital setting was tricky, we knew what questions to ask and when to advocate for ourselves. In the end, we welcomed our little one in the way that felt right for us. Our midwives were wonderful, and we felt informed, supported, and strong throughout the journey.

    ”

  • Birthing Class Participant, 2024

    “

    Making the right call gave us a calm, beautiful birth.

    After weighing our options and listening to our instincts, we made the choice for a planned caesarean — and it was the right decision for our family. The medical team was compassionate, respectful, and gentle, and we felt calm and fully present when we met our baby. Dianne Morris’s classes helped us feel in control of our choices and trust the process, no matter how it unfolded.

    ”

You already hold the wisdom about your birth experience — I’m here to help you trust it.

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