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Jessica Beaudette is an environmental humanities PhD candidate at Arizona State University and a transdisciplinary researcher ASU’s Center for Biodiversity Outcomes. Her work examines how local cultural and religious inheritances impact community responses to climate change and biodiversity loss, particularly in community-based conservation programs in Southern Africa. Her research also explores how climate narratives and contemplative practices (mindfulness) can support both scientific and everyday communities responding to environmental change. Before studying at ASU, Jessica earned a B.A. in Philosophy (ethics) and an M.A. in comparative theology and ecology (contemplative traditions). She also completed graduate work in African religions at the University of Cape Town while conducting wildlife field studies in southern Africa. Jessica currently serves on the Board of Directors of the International Society for the Study of Religion, Nature, and Culture.
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