Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Oakham Lounge, Toronto Metropolitan University Student Centre, 55 Gould Street, Toronto, ON M5B 1E9
The Law and Business Student Association at Toronto Metropolitan University will host an in-person roundtable featuring UNU-INWEH's researchers and policy experts. The event will explore how global environmental research and policy shape communities, influence career pathways, and inform the future of sustainability governance.
The roundtable will be convened and moderated by Dr. Shokouh Abadi (Rule of Law & Human Rights Policy Fellow, UNU-INWEH; Law & Business Faculty, TMU).
Roundtable Theme
How Global Environmental Research and Policy Shape Communities, Careers, and the Future
Through an interdisciplinary discussion, panelists will examine the intersection of science, governance, law, business, and sustainability transitions. The session will highlight how international research institutions contribute to evidence-based policy development and how students can engage with emerging global challenges in water, health, climate resilience, and environmental justice.
Featured Speakers
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
Program Schedule
- 6:15 PM – Arrival and Registration
- 6:30 PM – Opening Remarks and Introduction to UNU-INWEH
- 6:30–7:25 PM – Moderated Panel Discussion
- 7:25–7:45 PM – Audience Q&A
- 7:45–8:30 PM – Networking Reception
What Participants Will Gain
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with international scholars and policy practitioners working at the intersection of environmental research and global governance. The discussion will offer insight into:
The role of UNU-INWEH in shaping global research and policy on water, environment, and health
The connections between scientific evidence, regulatory frameworks, and sustainable business practices
Career pathways within international organizations and interdisciplinary research environments
Professional engagement, networking, and informed dialogue on complex sustainability challenges
This event is particularly relevant for students and early-career professionals interested in law, public policy, environmental governance, sustainability leadership, and international development.
Participants are encouraged to register in advance. Link to register: Select tickets – LBSA'S UN University Roundtable - In Person - March 3rd 6:30 - 8:30PM – Oakham Lou…
If you are attending as a guest or speaker from UNU or as an external faculty member, please indicate “N/A” for any TMU-related fields and provide a personal email address for ticket confirmation.
We look forward to an engaging dialogue at Toronto Metropolitan University.
