Who is this suitable for?

Are you involved in, or considering, biophilic design? Or the application of biophilic design, perhaps with an aim to enhance wellbeing in the home, the office or in healthcare facilities?

Join me, when I present, at the TNOC Festival 2024 and the Living Futures Europe Biophilia Summit 2024 

I have been a regular contributor to the Journal of Biophilic Design and associated podcast, since 2020. My book and workshops encourage readers to explore their own biophilia. I am drawn to systems thinking and currently engaged in supporting architectural research and design for wellbeing and adapting to change. 

You can read some of the articles I've written here and learn what others say here.

Are you looking towards regenerative tourism, encouraging and practicing pro-conservation behaviour?

Join me, when I present, at the Hike Like a Woman Virtual Summit in May 2024.

 I currently live on the Queen Charlotte Track in Aotearoa New Zealand and serve on the board for the Endeavour Inlet Conservation Trust. I have completed various DOC and eco-tourism trainings and in 2023 I attended the first Ngā Niho Taniwha Wānanga held in Marlborough, Aotearoa New Zealand.  In the summer of 2009 I participated in a Travel Writing Workshop with Gotham Writers and the New York Times Knowledge Network. I am a member of AEE, an associate member of NZOIA and a virtual member of Recreation Aotearoa Te Whai Oranga. In 2010 I was an intern with Chester County Parks and Rec. (PA, USA) developing a communications plan for the Chester Valley Trail (a rails-trail conversation) as part of ongoing natural resources communication and study with Colordao State University. I also volunteered, for several years, at USA-based organisations Welkinweir, Springton Manor and for the Adopt-a-Trail program at Clarence Schock Memorial Park at Governor Dick and I am a prior Fresh Air Fund host. 

You can read some of the articles I've written here and learn what others say here.

Are you thinking of social prescribing art and time in nature to support wellbeing and reduce loneliness?

Join me, I am part of the APA Div. 34’s Annual Convention Abstract Review Committee for 2024 and the virtual conference in Sep. 2024.

 My work is featured in the National Organization for Art in Health (NOAH) blog. I have taught taught internationally on the topics of nature connection, wellbeing and self-care with contemplative pedagogy at the masters-level. I have also served as a Hospice volunteer. I have been involved in a range of healthcare research in Europe, Africa and the USA and am a past president of AMWA-DVC and have served on the Editorial Advisory Board of the Institute of Clinical Research, UK, as well as the Editorial Advisory Group, Mother Earth Living, USA and as the Marlborough Representative for the ToS committee of NZSA. I am currently a member of ATA, National Organization for Arts in Health, USA, Hauora Taiwhenua RuralHealth Network and Public Health Assoc. New Zealand.

You can read some of the articles I've written here and learn what others say here.

Are you needing wellbeing and cross cultural agility support for your multicultural and diverse team?

Join me at the Global Cities New Zealand conference in March 2024.

I have a global worldview with experience to support interdisciplinary teams and diverse ethnicities to feel empowered with a sense of belonging and being connected to community. I have taught an international healthcare subject which included aspects on cultural competency and have lived experience from living and working in five countries. I am TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) certified and able to relate to multiple cultures. I have taught English to e.g. Arabic speaking students in the  USA and to Latin American and Pacific Island adult learners in  Aotearoa/New Zealand. 

 Extreme hydrometeorological events are affecting societies, economies  and environments as never before. Governments, decision makers, science  agencies and emergency managers face confronting issues.

Enhance your team's creativity and collaboration creating an innovative culture.

You can read some of the articles I've written here and learn what others say here.