Introducing Toloa (participant) Claudia Marguerite Tyra Fry. Claudia, is a distinguished PhD candidate at the University of Exeter, United Kingdom, where her research delves into sustainable futures with a particular emphasis on just and fair governance in climate adaptation. Her work is profoundly anchored in the intricate governance systems of fisheries and seafaring communities in Fiji, where she meticulously documents the vital interconnections between kinship, ocean, and local knowledge.
Claudia’s participation in the upcoming Certificate in Philosophical Competency course, focusing on Pasifika relational philosophies, exemplifies her commitment to decolonising academic discourse and enriching her theoretical engagement with Pacific ways of knowing. Her scholarly journey aspires not only to advance academic understanding but also to reshape practices within policy frameworks, making her an invaluable voice in the discourse surrounding climate justice.
