about food banks and waste management from two experts in the field.
About this Event
Join us for a transformative evening dedicated to food banks and waste management. This special event, organised by Green Impact Group at the Information Centre Kingston University London, aims to spark conversations and inspire action towards a more sustainable and waste-free future. Discover how food banks play a crucial role in community support, and explore innovative waste management strategies that contribute to environmental sustainability.
Learn about cutting-edge practices that are making a difference, network with like-minded individuals, and find out how you can contribute to a more sustainable world.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the solution for a healthier planet and community. Together, we can pave the way to a better tomorrow!
We look forward to welcoming you.
About the Speakers
Dr Hilda Mulrooney PhD, BSc, SRD, SFHEA Reader in Nutrition School of Human Sciences, London Metropolitan University
Dr Hilda Mulrooney is a nutritionist and dietitian with experience in primary care, public health and higher education. Until December 2023 she was Associate Professor in Nutrition at Kingston University London, a member of the Network of Equality Champions and the Faculty Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity action group. Since January 2024 she is Visiting Senior Fellow at Kingston University and Reader in Nutrition and Health at London Metropolitan University. She is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Her food-related research interests focus on community food support initiatives such as social supermarkets and community food growing, including whether and how involvement in these projects builds a sense of belonging within and between communities.
Dr Purva Tavri PhD, FHEA, CEnv, MCIWM Lecturer in Environmental Management Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment School of Engineering and the Environment Kingston University London
Dr Purva Tavri is a Chartered Environmentalist, Chartered Waste Manager, a Fellow of Higher Education Academy, Environmental Planner & Architect, with over 15 years of experience in sustainability and waste management. She is a Centre Councillor in the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM) London & Southeast Centre and a Steering Committee
Member of the Island Waste Management Global Alliance. Purva is a trained researcher with her doctoral research on exploring how organisations adopt reuse behaviour in practice. She has also received awards from CIWM, International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) and Inspiring Indian Women (IIW) for her publications. She has been nominated by the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management Equality, Diversity and Inclusion group as one of the influential women in the industry. Purva aims to achieve longevity by bringing individuals and organisations to a self-sustainable level and always aims to combine research and practice for a better environment and well-being in society.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Dorich House Museum, 67 Kingston Vale, London, United Kingdom
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