Katrina Kendall

PhD researcher

e: katrina.kendall@biology.ox.ac.uk

Affiliations

Department of Biology, University of Oxford
ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas
 Description coming soon

Interests and expertise

I conduct interdisciplinary research at the nexus of climate change, biodiversity, and wellbeing, with a focus on nature-based solutions (NbS) in tropical ecosystems of Southeast Asia – particularly in the Philippines, where I am from. To complement my NbS expertise, I am deeply interested in regenerative paradigms, diverse cultural perspectives and emerging technologies to galvanise community action and address societal challenges.

Through my research and public engagement, I seek to catalyse increased deeper awareness and connection as pathways for transformative systemic change. Practically, this involves developing research-based tools that enhance public understanding, inform policy and practice, and contribute to addressing ecological and climate crises to improve collective well-being.

I am eager to collaborate and learn from others working across different fields. Please feel free to connect.

Background

With over a decade of international public and private sector experience spanning consulting, sustainability, and technology, I have led projects across Hong Kong, Philippines, Laos, Singapore, Switzerland, UK, and US. My work involves cross-sector collaboration and applying innovative solutions to environmental and development challenges. Beyond bespoke reports, this includes storytelling and outreach through conference events, workshops, and media (film and sound) to inspire action and drive change.

Previously, I led multi-stakeholder communication and capacity-strengthening initiatives on conservation, protected areas, gender, and indigenous peoples’ rights in collaboration with the Philippine Department of Environment & Natural Resources, Oceana, ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity, and the German Development Agency (GIZ).

Currently, I serve as an editor for the Stockholm Environment Institute’s WeADAPT climate change platform.

I earned an MChem (Hons) in Environmental and Sustainable Chemistry from the University of Edinburgh and conducted sustainable energy research at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne. Additionally, I have received training in sustainability leadership from the Environmental Change Institute Oxford, and group facilitation from St. Ethelburga’s Centre for Reconciliation and Peace.

Public Engagement

Events & Workshops

Film