Discussion Table: Connecting communities with biodiversity on their doorstep
The Natural History Museum’s Urban Nature Project is reshaping the museum’s outdoor spaces and public engagement – reaching out and challenging the notion that there is no nature in urban areas for people to connect with. On the contrary, nature in cities can be a valuable home for rich biodiversity and a gateway to connecting millions of people to nature, we just need to unlock its potential. We will discuss how we are supporting community groups, young people, and youth workers to enhance their connection with nature right on their own doorstep, developing science capital, wellbeing, and creating advocates for the planet. Theo will run this session jointly with Victor Heng, Natural History Museum.
Biography
I’m Theo, I work at the Natural History Museum as the Young People Programme Developer, working on projects with young people and connecting them to urban nature on our doorsteps. A bit about me; I’m passionate about both environmental and social justice, I’m a photographer and film maker, I love being outdoors exploring and being in nature, I play basketball a lot, and play the ukulele (pretty badly)! Looking forward to sharing and learning with you!