Carol Devine embodies a diverse array of roles, seamlessly intertwining her work as a researcher, writer, artist, climate activist, humanitarian professional, and explorer. Her pursuits range from spearheading groundbreaking ecological expeditions to championing causes such as combating plastic pollution and empowering women in adventure sports.
She spearheaded the first civilian volunteer ecological expedition in Antarctica, collaborating with the Russian Antarctic Expedition. Additionally, Carol has actively participated in and documented environmental initiatives, such as Clean Up Svalbard, near the North Pole.
Despite limited sailing experience, Carol eagerly embraced the opportunity to learn alongside seasoned sailors and fellow advocates combating plastic pollution. She recently embarked on an all-female expedition with eXXpedition, circumnavigating Scotland to conduct research and raise awareness about the global plastic crisis while championing women's presence in adventure sports.
Carol's dedication to environmental and social causes is further evidenced by her membership in prestigious organizations such as The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research Humanities and Social Sciences Expert Group and The Explorer's Club.
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Show notes
Who is Carol
Her early years
Growing up in Canada
Going to university to study English Literature
Wanting to visit Antarctica, but going with a purpose
Being inspired by people around her
Taking the opportunity when it came available
Wanting to help clean up Antarctica
Collaboration and working with others
Working with Wendy Trusler https://www.wendytrusler.ca/
Book: Ode To Antarctica - Antarctic cultural history book based on a civilian ecological cleanup expedition 42 recipes, pix, journals. HarperDesign.
Crossing the Drake Passage
How the experience changed her
Applying to Doctors Without Borders/ Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
How art fits into the work
Telling the story of their Antarctica expedition through food and imagery while discussing serious issues
Heading to Svalbard, to do a clean up operation
Using art to talk about serious stories
Getting involved with eXXpedition (a non-profit organisation that runs pioneering all-female sailing research expeditions at sea and virtual voyages on land to investigate the causes of and solutions to ocean plastic pollution)
Wanting to learn how to sail
The challenges of sailing and dealing with sea sickness
The lessons learned and the takeaways from the experience
Having an international scope but working locally
Presenting their finding to the Scottish Parliament
TEDxMontrealWomen: Ocean Love: Cleaning Up Our Plastic Mess
Advice for people regarding plastic pollution
The little things/small actions you can do to make a difference
Project: Hello/Goodbye Glaciers
Learning about glaciers in Iceland, Canada, Switzerland, Alaska and Argentina
The impacts of the glaciers receding
Future projects
How to connect with Carol
Final words of advice for other women and girls
Taking the opportunities when they come
Making a commitment and seeing it through
Risk, discomfort and challenge
LEAP!!!
Social Media
Website: www.caroldevine.info
Instagram: @antarcticcookandclean
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