What does it really mean to “combat climate change”? And how do you build a career that makes a positive difference without burning out from the doom-and-gloom?

Climate change is one of the most defining challenges of our time - but the stories we see and hear often leave us feeling overwhelmed, underqualified, or unsure of where we fit in. That’s where The Climate Club comes in.

Similarly to The Breakfast Club, ESN is interested in creating a space where people from different backgrounds, fields and interests can come together, share their stories and connect over shared values.

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This event brings together a diverse panel of professionals from academia, industry, social work, and entrepreneurship, who are each contributing to climate solutions in their own way. Their stories remind us that there’s no single path to impact, and that real change happens across many sectors, skillsets, and careers!

You’ll hear short personal talks from each speaker, discussing their career journey and current work. Following this will be a guided panel discussion and informal networking. This is your chance to step beyond the doom-and-gloom headlines and connect with real people making real positive change.

SPEAKERS:

Dr. Judy Bush, Senior Lecturer in Urban Planning at the University of Melbourne, Environmental Science, Nature-based solutions.
Meryl Sukumar, Founder & CEO of Subcinctus Consulting, ANZ Director, Circular Economy & Sustainability.
Dr. Ben Henley, Lecturer, Sustainable Urban Water Management, Hydrology, Climate variability, Great Barrier Reef paleoecology.
Daniella Conser, Digital Marketing/Communications Coordinator at Carbon Market Institute, Storyteller and Monash Science graduate.

If you're an emerging scientist - come join us - this is a great opportunity for you to ask questions, make connections, and walk away with fresh new ideas.

Food & Drinks provided.

The Emerging Scientists Network, an initiative of The Royal Society of Victoria, aims to increase STEM engagement with students & emerging young professionals!

If you would like to get involved, please get in touch!

This is a National Science Week event, presented with the support of the Inspiring Victoria program.

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