Biomimicry Public Youth Forum

Start: 
Thu, 2011/12/08
Location: 
University of Auckland, New Zealand

http://www.whirinakirainforest.infoJoin us in a unique public dialogue with Megan Schuknecht here from the Biomimicry Institute in the USA, supported by colleague Sam Stier and a diverse and dynamic panel of young professionals.

Topic:
Growing a rich, sustainable future for our grandchildren using nature and its long proven processes as our design mentor.

When:
Thursday 8th Dec 2011 7:00-9:00 pm. Informal follow on till 10pm

Where:
University of Auckland (Room details to come)

Objective of the Forum:

  • To draw public attention to Biomimicry as a way New Zealand can grow smarter
  • To celebrate and support local students and young professional potential

To encourage our schools and universities to exploit cross disciplinary learning

To recognise that Aotearoa has a wealth of natural wisdom to draw on and share

To assist designers, architects, engineers and educators grow alliances with biologists

To open the way for a supportive Biomimicry learning/sharing network to emerge

To enhance opportunities for New Zealand as an international role model nurturing life
 

 

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