Expert Guide Launch: Framing and language for effective climate conversations

Join us for the launch of our second Expert Guide, produced by one of Altiorem’s Research Associates, Grace Ly and industry expert, Les White.

About the Expert Guide

The guide aims to encourage more constructive conversations on climate change through the use of framing and language that connects with a broader range of people, particularly individuals who are ambivalent about climate change.

What to Expect

• An overview of the guide - Gain a comprehensive understanding of the newly developed resource.
• Panel discussion - Hear industry leaders Les White, Dr Juliette Tobias-Webb and Phil Vernon discuss the importance of framing and language in climate conversations and their application in real-world scenarios.
• Live Q&A – Engage with our expert panel, moderated by Nishtha Aggarwal.

Panel Speakers

Les White | Director at Lockslie Consulting

Les White is a strategic communications consultant working where the climate and energy space meets with rural Australia. Les has been a senior media adviser for several prominent Nationals. Ministers and was formerly the Federal Politics writer based out of Canberra for the biggest agricultural paper in Australia. He grew up in the coal-fired Latrobe Valley, where he was also a journalist for four years. He is particularly interested in diffusing the tribal conflict over pollution reduction in regional Australia and helping others understand there will be no energy shift until country people agree to it.

Dr Juliette Tobias-Webb | Professor of Practice, Behavioural Science and Translational Research at AI and Cyber Futures Institute

Dr. Juliette Tobias-Webb is a prominent Professor of Practice in Behavioural Science in Australia. With a PhD in Experimental Psychology from Cambridge University, she has advised top government and corporate entities on human decision-making and behaviour change. As a founder of a behavioural science consultancy, she collaborates with industry giants like Mastercard and Deloitte. Her impactful roles include Senior Manager in Behavioural Science at Commonwealth Bank and Behaviour Change Lead at Ogilvy Australia. Dr. Juliette's expertise is reflected in her publications in neuroscience and psychology journals and her media appearances on outlets such as ABC and the Australian Financial Review. She's recognised as a Superstar of STEM and has explored Antarctica as part of women in STEM initiatives.

Phil Vernon | Director, Advisor & Investor at Multiple Organisations

Phil is a Director and Advisor with experience covering financial services, sustainable finance, education, health, not for profits and early-stage ventures. He has a particular background in climate and impact investing and a particular interest in the governance structures and conversations required to effectively navigate the transition. His prior experience includes Group Executive of Perpetual Limited, Managing Director of Australian Ethical, Chair of Beyond Zero Emissions, Treasurer of the Responsible Investment Association and a member of the Steering Committee that established the Australian Sustainable Finance Institute. He is currently a Director of Futurity Investment Group, the Stroke Foundation, the Environmental Defender’s Office and B Lab ANZ.

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