About
I have worked in the public sector, in multiple government departments, since 2009 specialising in environmental risks and long-term challenges, such as climate change.
Preferences
- Location: South West England
- Availability: daytime, evening, in person and online
- Key stage: KS3, KS4 and KS5
- Themes: environment, environmental management, geopolitics, hazards, marine
Current or most recent role
Marine foresight and long-term risk lead at Defra.
Previous experience
- RGS and STEM Ambassador Role
- Bristol Zoo Volunteer (guest outreach)
- Backwell Climate Action Group (founder, director, and events)
- Flax Bourton Primary School Geography Governor
Why I want to become a Professional Ambassador
I have previously been an RGS and a STEM ambassador, and have missed the opportunity to give back to younger people. I believe one of the key responsibilities of a Chartered Geographer is to inspire and promote the subject to the next generation.
Types of activities
- Talking about current job and career pathway
- Attending a careers fair
- Running activities about my career sector and the opportunities available; talking about what geographical skills I use at work and how geography is used in the 'real world'
- Inspiring young people to choose geography
- Classroom based activities or working with small groups of students to talk about career options
- Supporting a geography club or eco club
- Supporting fieldwork and opportunities outside the classroom
