Reeflections: Pivoting marine science and traditional knowledge

March 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Mānoa Campus, Moore Hall 258

"Reeflections: How Pivoting Marine Science and Traditional Knowledge Inspired Me to Listen with Dirty Hands" with Dr. Antony Vavia, Senior Research fellow, Te Puna Vai Mārama' (Cook Islands Centre for Research); Lecturer, Auckland University of Technology. On the island of Mitiaro, dive into a case study at the nexus of fisheries science and Cook Islands traditional ecological knowledge and practice. With a scientific background and jumping into the realm of culture, linguistics and worldviews, this talk provides insight into Dr. Vavia’s experience of learning by unlearning, and juggling the complex dynamics that can shape Pacific Island fisheries. The talk will be followed by a lunch reception. Don't forget to register!


Ticket Information
Free! Register here: https://go.hawaii.edu/8A8

Event Sponsor
Center for Pacific Islands Studies, Department of Asian Studies, AAPI EHEJ, Mānoa Campus

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808-956-0926, msharan@hawaii.edu

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