LBSA'S UN University Roundtable - In Person - March 3rd 6:30PM - 8:30PM

Global Policy & Sustainability Roundtable

In Person - March 3rd 6:30 - 8:30PM

• ROUNDTABLE THEME: HOW GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND POLICY SHAPE COMMUNITIES, CAREERS, AND THE FUTURE

Join the Law and Business Student Association (LBSA) for an exclusive in-person roundtable hosting distinguished speakers from the United Nations University Institute for Water, Environment and Health (UNU-INWEH), one of the United Nations University’s premier research institutes addressing global water, environment, health, and sustainability challenges.

This roundtable is convened and moderated by Dr. Shokouh Abadi (Law & Business Faculty, TMU; Rule of Law & Human Rights Policy Fellow, UNU-INWEH).

The roundtable features distinguished scholars, researchers, and policy experts from interdisciplinary backgrounds in sustainability, governance, and environmental research:

Dr. Mir Matin Manager, Geospatial, Climate and Infrastructure Analytics Program, UNU-INWEH

Dr. Rohit Ramchandani Innovation and Strategic Partnerships Officer, UNU-INWEH

Dr. Miriam Aczel Researcher, Sustainability Transition and Justice, UNU-INWEH

Dr. Abraham Nunbogu Researcher, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), UNU-INWEH

This experience offers students the opportunity to engage directly with leading international scholars through a moderated panel discussion and interactive Q&A, followed by networking in the Oakham Lounge. Through thoughtful dialogue, real-world policy perspectives, and interdisciplinary insights, attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how international research, law, and business intersect to address global issues across governance, sustainability transitions, and health-environment systems. Whether you are exploring careers in law, public policy, environmental governance, international development, or sustainability leadership, this event provides a valuable chance to ask thoughtful questions, build professional confidence, and expand your network with UNU-INWEH experts.

• Takeaways:

- Gain exposure to UNU-INWEH’s role in shaping global research and policy on water, environment, and health

- Understand how science, policy, and business practices intersect with international sustainability challenges

- Hear directly from leading researchers about career pathways in global organizations and interdisciplinary problem-solving

- Build confidence engaging in professional dialogue and networking

• Date & Time: March 3rd | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

- 6:15 PM – Arrival & Registration

- 6:30 PM – Opening Remarks & UNU-INWEH Introduction

- 6:30–7:25 PM – Panel Discussion with Speakers

- 7:25–7:45 PM Audience Q&A

- 7:45–8:30 PM – Networking Reception in Oakham Lounge

• Location: Oakham Lounge – Toronto Metropolitan University Student Centre 55 Gould St, Toronto, ON M5B 1E9

• Dress Code: Business Casual

• Pillar of Engagement: Professional & Academic

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