Recently, her work has focused heavily on the impacts of climate change and how nature-based solutions (also known as green infrastructure) can provide positive ways for communities and businesses to adapt to the future, improve wellbeing, economies and support nature to thrive and how this integrates into broader urban regeneration.
Kate has extensive experience of working on a wide range of topics including stakeholder engagement and participation, equity, fairness, health and wellbeing, climate change and nature-based solutions.
She has extensive experience working with the public and third sectors and with people in communities. Kate is a Member Director at the Hill Community Development Trust since 2013, has worked across Wales with Ramblers and Natural Resources Wales, and she is a volunteer at Swansea Community Farm. She has previously worked on various community development projects in areas ranking highly on the Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation.
A highly experienced and effective project manager, Kate has extensive experience in delivering multiple projects, programmes and contracts as well as being skilled in setting up, facilitating and maintaining partnerships and building relationships.
She is a skilled facilitator and has an in-depth understanding of community regeneration through asset-based approaches.
Kate is passionate about the benefits of being outdoors in good quality green space and enjoys walking, swimming, surfing, cycling and growing food.