Staff Champion/Winners category

Dr. Emily Flies is a sustainability educator, researcher, and an equity, diversity and community engagement champion at the University of Tasmania. With a commitment to enhancing human and environmental wellbeing, she has made substantial contributions through innovative teaching, impactful research, and dedicated community service. Dr. Flies’ efforts in developing sustainability-focused educational programs, leading national research initiatives, and founding community outreach organisations have earned her numerous accolades and recognition at both national and international levels.

GGAA24 Staff Champion Finalist – Emily J Flies

Impacts and Benefits

  • Led the creation of a Major in Sustainability at the University of Tasmania, receiving a Vice Chancellor’s Award in Sustainability.
  • Dr Flies’ developed and coordinated the Backyard Biodiversity unit at UTas, enrolling over 2500 students, generating significant revenue and improving student wellbeing. 
  • Engaged students through innovative teaching methods, such as interviews with diverse change agents and nature connection activities, resulting in high student satisfaction and increased pro-environmental behaviours.

 

Leadership and Engagement

  • Leader in the $17M NESP Sustainable Communities and Waste Hub, co-designing a national research program on sustainable people-environment interactions.
  • Founded and directed Science in the Pub organisations and Science in the events, fostering community engagement with science.
  • Founded and directs the Inspiring Women in STEMM Fellowship Program, supporting women in STEMM through mentorship and media engagement.

 

Wider Societal Impact

  • Research and teaching efforts have significantly impacted community sustainability, evidenced by students’ increased engagement in pro-environmental activities.
  • Contributions to policy-making at local and national levels, integrating sustainable wellbeing practices into government decision-making.
  • Enhanced the visibility and impact of women in STEMM, inspiring the next generation through various educational programs globally.
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Staff Champion/Winners category

Dr. Emily Flies is a sustainability educator, researcher, and an equity, diversity and community engagement champion at the University of Tasmania. With a commitment to enhancing human and environmental wellbeing, she has made substantial contributions through innovative teaching, impactful research, and dedicated community service. Dr. Flies’ efforts in developing sustainability-focused educational programs, leading national research initiatives, and founding community outreach organisations have earned her numerous accolades and recognition at both national and international levels.

GGAA24 Staff Champion Finalist – Emily J Flies

Impacts and Benefits

  • Led the creation of a Major in Sustainability at the University of Tasmania, receiving a Vice Chancellor’s Award in Sustainability.
  • Dr Flies’ developed and coordinated the Backyard Biodiversity unit at UTas, enrolling over 2500 students, generating significant revenue and improving student wellbeing. 
  • Engaged students through innovative teaching methods, such as interviews with diverse change agents and nature connection activities, resulting in high student satisfaction and increased pro-environmental behaviours.

 

Leadership and Engagement

  • Leader in the $17M NESP Sustainable Communities and Waste Hub, co-designing a national research program on sustainable people-environment interactions.
  • Founded and directed Science in the Pub organisations and Science in the events, fostering community engagement with science.
  • Founded and directs the Inspiring Women in STEMM Fellowship Program, supporting women in STEMM through mentorship and media engagement.

 

Wider Societal Impact

  • Research and teaching efforts have significantly impacted community sustainability, evidenced by students’ increased engagement in pro-environmental activities.
  • Contributions to policy-making at local and national levels, integrating sustainable wellbeing practices into government decision-making.
  • Enhanced the visibility and impact of women in STEMM, inspiring the next generation through various educational programs globally.

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