Turning climate law into local action

Dylan is passionate about analysing and addressing development challenges through the lens of climate change. He holds a Masters in Ecology from the University of the Witwatersrand and has five years of experience. He has developed research, data analysis, project management and stakeholder engagement skills through his work in the climate change and sustainability sector. Dylan uses his expertise in resilience, adaptation and climate finance to contribute to improved wellbeing for people vulnerable to climate change impacts.

Kate holds a PhD in Environmental Science, focused on coastal changes associated with climate change. She has a special interest in understanding climate change and the associated risks, especially relating to coastal cities. She has worked with and for local governments to build climate resilience, developing climate adaptation plans, and identifying challenges and opportunities associated with natural assets to overcome shocks and stressors associated with climate change.

Hayley has extensive experience working at the interface of climate change and development issues, with a specific focus on climate change adaptation, disaster risk management and resilience. She has worked on diverse large research programmes in varied contexts, predominantly in urban centres across Southern African focused on issues such as disaster risk reduction and building climate change resilience. She has worked in academia, consultancy and research organisations entailing interdisciplinary engagement with local and national governments, non-governmental organisations and other stakeholders. She holds a PhD in Geography from Royal Holloway, University of London.

Lucy holds a Msc in Political Science and a MPhil in Climate Change and Development. She has worked on GCF and GEF adaptation project design in several French speaking countries before joining ICLEI Africa in early 2021. Lucy currently works on participatory adaptation action planning, gender inclusion and finance for local climate action under the CoM SSA project.

Rabia is part of ICLEI Africa's Sustainable Finance Centre, and is committed to advancing finance solutions that drive sustainable development across South Africa and Africa to make finance accessible and impactful for communities. With a strong background in finance and economic development, she focuses on integrating policy, finance, and local impact to address the region’s unique challenges. 

Carina has 12 years’ experience in the writing and editing industry, with over 5 years in the non-profit space. She is passionate about contributing her skillset to the sustainable growth of the African cities that ICLEI’s projects support. Carina holds a Master’s degree in Media Studies with distinction from Wits University. She has always been interested in the intersection of media and communication with environmental issues, and the impact that the right message can have in making lasting, positive change.