Elena Martelli

Elena Martelli is a mathematics educator from Italy and the founder of Mathematics for Change, a digital initiative that helps students connect mathematics with real-world challenges through data, inquiry, and global citizenship. She teaches at upper-secondary level and collaborates with international school networks to design learning experiences that build critical thinking, purpose, and student agency.

Elena’s work integrates authentic datasets, interactive lesson design, and AI-powered assessment to make mathematics more relevant and equitable. She is passionate about supporting teachers with ready-to-use resources that strengthen connections between math, society, and sustainability.