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Yolanda Lee Waters

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Research fellow, The University of Queensland

Yolanda is a dive instructor turned environmental social scientist, community organiser and ocean advocate. She is completed her PhD at the University of Queensland. Her research explores pathways to greater public engagement with climate change and whether we can leverage iconic places like the Great Barrier Reef to inspire action. She is a member of the Social Science Community for the Great Barrier Reef and is the CEO for the community-led initiative Divers for Climate.

Experience

  • 2022–present
    Research fellow, University of Queensland

Education

  • 2024 
    University of Queensland, PhD. Environmental and Marine Social Science (Climate Change Communication)
  • 2018 
    Australian National University, Bsc. Environment and Sustainability (First Class Honours)
  • 2017 
    Australian National University, BSc. Genetics