Kate is a social scientist with expertise in equity and justice as critical elements of any sustainability program. She has a strong interest in Indigenous rights and leadership through empowering others. She has nearly 20 years in government, academia, and the not-for-profit sector and is a leading knowledge broker in environmental science. Through roles in climate change and energy to marine debris and biodiversity, she has a holistic understanding of human-ecological connections. She is an accomplished project manager and facilitator who cares deeply about the regeneration of our planet.
Awarded a Masters of Applied Science in 2013, she investigated ways to enhance Indigenous participation in marine research of the Great Barrier Reef, Australia. This brought together her long-standing dedication for ocean conservation and commitment to Indigenous sovereignty and justice. She believes connection to Country and to each other is the key for creating a thriving future for us all.
Kate leads Future Earth Australia.
