In this episode, Amelia and Louis speak with Jonathan Nobrega, Roehampton graduate and Youth Project Coordinator at the London Wildlife Trust, about engaging young people from underrepresented backgrounds in the sustainability sector.

Jonathan reflects on his journey from studying Environmental Humanities at Roehampton to leading sustainability initiatives as Events and Sustainability Project Coordinator at Southlands College, and how those experiences shaped his path into environmental work. We revisit his presentation at the London Student Sustainability Conference and explore what he has been working on since.

The conversation focuses on the importance of making environmental careers more accessible, building young people’s confidence and connection to nature, and creating opportunities for a wider range of voices in the sustainability sector.

Guest

Jonathan Nobrega

MA Environmental Humanities (Cultural Heritage), University of Roehampton

Former Events and Sustainability Project Coordinator, Southlands College

Youth Project Coordinator, London Wildlife Trust

Links

London Wildlife Trust – London Wildlife Trust | London Wildlife Trust

University Sustainability – Sustainability at University of Roehampton | University of Roehampton, London

Credits

Hosts: Amelia Iswariah and Louis Wright

Guest: Jonathan Nobrega

Sound Director and Editor: Will Berard

Music and electroacoustic composition by Benoît André, PhD researcher in Roehampton's School of Arts

The Roey Sustainability Cafe is a presentation of the University of Roehampton's sustainability team. It is hosted and produced by Amelia Iswariah and Louis Wright, with technical direction by Will Berard (Education PhD) of the Graduate School Podcast

Music, and electroacoustic composition by Benoît André (Arts PhD)

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In this episode, Amelia and Louis speak with Bridget Steenkamp, DTh researcher at Roehampton, about using hands-on workshops to inspire sustainability conversations and support student leadership.

Bridget shares her personal journey into sustainability and how her background has shaped her approach to engaging others. We explore the workshops she runs with students and how practical activities, keeping your hands busy through crafting, can create a relaxed space for meaningful conversations about environmental issues.

Chapters

00:34 Introduction

01:40 Bridget’s journey to sustainability

03:45 The Nettles project

08:52 The philosophy behind the Slow workshops

10:56 What are the workshops about?

15:17 A certain tempo

17:50 The Calendula workshop

19:04 London Student Sustainability Conference (2025)

Bridget Steenkamp

PhD Researcher

University of Roehampton

The Roey Sustainability Cafe is a presentation of the University of Roehampton's sustainability team. It is hosted and produced by Amelia Iswariah and Louis Wright, with technical direction by Will Berard (Education PhD) of the Graduate School Podcast

Music, and electroacoustic composition by Benoît André (Arts PhD)

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In this episode, Amelia and Louis speak with Dr Gabor Sarlos, Associate Professor and Head of Employability, about why climate concern doesn’t always turn into action.

From personal connections with nature to student attitudes towards sustainability, the conversation explores what motivates change and what holds people back. We discuss why other issues can feel more immediate than ‘distant’ climate targets, how students’ views are evolving, and how practical tools such as Climate Fresk help turn awareness into action.

Gabor also shares insights from his podcast Ready, Steady, Green: Acting on Sustainability, and reflects on how education and employability can help bridge the gap between concern and action. Although not mentioned in the recording, Gabor also founded Copmitment, a project featuring 52 short video discussions on climate-positive actions individuals can take.

Guest

Dr Gabor Sarlos

Associate Professor, Faculty of Business and Law

Head of Employability

Climate Fresk Facilitator

Host of Ready, Steady, Green: Acting on Sustainability

Links

Ready, Steady, Green Podcast – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ready-steady-green/id1853439524?i=1000745923015

Climate Fresk – Climate Fresk (world) - Climate Fresk

University Sustainability Sustainability at University of Roehampton | University of Roehampton, London

Copmitment: https://copmitment.com/actions

The Roey Sustainability Cafe is a presentation of the University of Roehampton's sustainability team. It is hosted and produced by Amelia Iswariah and Louis Wright, with technical direction by Will Berard (Education PhD) of the Graduate School Podcast

Music, and electroacoustic composition by Benoît André (Arts PhD)

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In this episode, Amelia and Louis speak with Hanna Baxter, a Roehampton student whose sustainability journey connects nature, leadership and wellbeing.

Growing up in the Dorset countryside and now studying in London, Hanna shares how her connection to nature has shaped her perspective on sustainability and student life. The conversation explores how personal experiences influence environmental values, the role of student leadership, and how sustainability can support wellbeing.

We discuss Hanna’s involvement in the Nettles project, her work on sustainable fashion and student leadership, and how she has brought sustainability into her role as May Monarch at Whitelands. Hanna also reflects on the connection between nature and mental health, and how students can take simple, realistic steps towards living more sustainably.

Guest

Hanna Baxter

Roehampton Student

May Monarch, Whitelands College

London Student Sustainability Conference Presenter

Links

Dose of Nature – Home

London Student Sustainability Conference – London Student Sustainability Conference 2026 • City St George's, University of London

University Sustainability – Sustainability at University of Roehampton | University of Roehampton, London

The Roey Sustainability Cafe is a presentation of the University of Roehampton's sustainability team. It is hosted and produced by Amelia Iswariah and Louis Wright, with technical direction by Will Berard (Education PhD) of the Graduate School Podcast

Music, and electroacoustic composition by Benoît André (Arts PhD)

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.