Dmitry Zavialov is a political scientist, curriculum specialist, and educator specialising in international relations, political rhetoric, and human rights. Originally from Tajikistan, he holds a PhD in Politics from the University of Otago (New Zealand), an MA in Human Rights and Multi-Level Governance from the University of Padua (Italy), and a Specialist degree (MA equivalent) in International Relations from Lomonosov Moscow State University.

He has extensive experience teaching university courses and contributing to academic research. His forthcoming book, Whataboutism in International Politics: Russia and the UN Security Council (2008–2024), is slated for publication in September 2025.

Dmitry has professional experience across public, governmental, and international non-governmental organisations. He is a lecturer at Russia’s Free Moscow University, where he teaches his course on rhetoric in international relations. He also currently serves as an undergraduate curriculum specialist at Skills Institute in Auckland, New Zealand. Beyond his core role, he leads community initiatives, including regular “Walk and Talk” meetups that promote conversation free from logical fallacies and manipulation.