Join us in-person @Hughes_Hall on the 21st of June for an afternoon full of exciting talks from students across the university, as well as a keynote speech from @okellogab256
Sign up to attend before the 6th of June: https://t.co/qGbUVeJ2Qn
Chilombo Musa and Gemma Burgess explore the potential of soil-stabilised blocks as an alternative to concrete for housing in informal settlements in Zambia, as the built environment is responsible for a significant portion of global carbon emissions. https://t.co/EmfyDSrHsI
As we celebrate women's month, we want to elevate the women who do such amazing work at PLAAS.
This month we will be profiling the women who work for and with PLAAS and the incredible projects they've produced recently - starting with Professor Ruth Hall.
'The award recognises the research achievements and future potential of a mid-career African scientist in contributing to the control of infectious disease in sub-Saharan Africa. It is awarded to an individual who shows exceptional promise as an African research leader.'
Rural women in Limpopo have united to present their demands on #LandRights. From urbanisation to exclusion based on their marital status under customary law, these women have been systematically prevented from accessing land. Read their declaration: https://t.co/eZXapafZvS
@ChilomboMusa_ suggests we can evaluate policy fellowships by
> linking the fellowship and effect on policy
> through observable and shared experience
> having established outputs
> ensuring sustainability
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