Dr. Pamela Tudge

I am a Canadian interdisciplinary scholar with a background in human geography, working at the intersection of social justice, environmental sustainability, and the societal implications of emerging technologies. My PhD research combined critical design and public pedagogy to explore food waste systems. Currently, as a post doctoral research associate, I am examining how emerging technologies intersect with food systems, waste management, and the climate crisis—with critical societal implications. Using mixed methods approaches, I develop equitable solutions that integrate technical, ecological, and social perspectives.

With over 15 years of experience, my research has focused on advancing gender equity within environmental sustainability and food systems. I specialize in translating academic findings into actionable knowledge through policy briefs, workshops, and community-engaged projects. This background shapes my current work in technology studies, where I foreground questions of power, access, and justice in socio-technical systems.

As an educator, I design and teach interdisciplinary undergraduate courses in the social sciences, encouraging students to examine contemporary issues through critical, multifaceted lenses. My teaching emphasizes creative problem-solving and bridging academic research with real-world challenges. Beyond the classroom, I explore how art and design can facilitate public dialogue about sustainability and technological change.

I collaborate on projects that address complex sustainability challenges through interdisciplinary approaches. Grounded in rigour and equity, my work is driven by the conviction that research should inspire meaningful, tangible change..