Researcher selected for international leadership program
GOING ABROAD: Amanda Gcanga, a junior researcher in the Centre for Water and Sanitation Research was selected to participate in the US International Visitor Leadership Program
Monday, 13 June 2016
Amanda Gcanga, Junior Researcher in the Centre for Water and Sanitation Research , has been selected by the US Embassy as a principal candidate in the International Visitor Leadership Program.
The program she has been nominated for is entitled “Our Planet: Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Change”.
This programme is designed for government officials, agricultural engineers, academics, and representatives of NGOs engaged in developing climate change mitigation programs and policies for natural resources management and food production.
It includes meetings and visits relevant to her professional interests in several cities and states. Discussions and site visits will focus on the potential political, social, and economic implications of climate change on agriculture, forestry and water. Participants will also examine renewable energy sources and emerging climate smart business measures.
“I can’t believe it, I’ve never imagined it could happen,” says Gcanga. “My parents feel it’s a huge achievement, but to me it hasn’t sunk in yet.”
“I want to contribute to policy development in Southern Sahara,” says the doctoral candidate in water governance at CPUT.
Gangca was one of the three staff members who were nominated by Vice-chancellor, Dr Prins Nevhutalu, as candidates for the programme via the Office of International Affairs.
The three-week professional exchange visit will take place from 22 May to 9 June 2017.
Written by Kwanele Butana
Email: butanak@cput.ac.za
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