Minerva Mondejar Steiner

Minerva Mondejar Steiner is a Swiss-Filipino author, curator, and cultural advocate whose work spans the frontiers of education, technology, and the arts. Based in Switzerland, with roots in the Philippines, she brings a uniquely international perspective to the evolving dialogue on how societies learn, create, and adapt in an age shaped by artificial intelligence.

Minerva writes for children, teenagers, and adults, creating literature that makes complex ideas feel accessible, humane, and emotionally resonant. Her acclaimed series, The Gentle World of AI, blends poetry, thoughtful narrative, and contemplative colouring experiences, offering families an elegant entry point into the modern world of AI literacy. Her growing body of work reflects a conviction that learning is most powerful when it nurtures both the intellect and the heart.

She serves as Vice President for Communications at JE Mondejar Computer College, a longstanding educational institution in the Philippines founded by her family, providing learning from kindergarten to college. In this role, she continues a multigenerational commitment to educational excellence, digital readiness, and the empowerment of young people across diverse communities.

Minerva is also a Board of Trustee of the Humanoid Robotics Association Switzerland, contributing to initiatives that advance global collaboration, ethical innovation, and the cultural dimensions of robotics. Her engagement in this field reflects her broader mission to ensure that technological progress remains anchored in human values.

As founder of the Mondejar Foundation and the Mondejar Gallery, Minerva champions creativity, access, and cultural dialogue on an international scale. Her philanthropic and curatorial work consistently reflects her belief that education and the arts are essential pillars of a compassionate and forward-looking society.

With forthcoming titles for children, teens, and adults, Minerva continues to expand her publishing vision. Through her books, she aims to equip readers of all ages with clarity, confidence, and imagination as they navigate the profound transformations of the AI era.