Nest Notes

June 2026

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Photovoice Workshop – UAM-Xochimilco Mexico City

We met with students at the Metropolitan Autonomous University of Mexico (UAM-X) to discuss preliminary findings on equitable transportation and launch “Photovoice: Your Voice, Your City.” Through photography, students will document needs, aspirations, and solutions for more equitable mobility in Mexico City. The photo stories will inform a November workshop with city leaders and a virtual gallery on our website.

Community Presentations – Xochimilco Mexico City

We shared our findings from listening sessions with partners in Xochimilco, Mexico City. The presentations highlighted participants’ experiences and aspirations, including strengths, such as community networks, committees, and mutual aid systems. Participants identified priorities, including better access to opportunities, transparent policies, and city collaboration. Sharing these findings strengthens community capacities, networks and collaboration.

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Welcoming New Post-Doctoral Researchers!

We welcomed Md. Ruyel Miah and Alex Nelson to the team. Ruyel brings expertise in sustainability governance, community engagement, and social equity, with research focused on equitable transitions in small-scale fisheries and social-ecological systems in the Global South. Alex brings expertise in housing and social justice in Canada, focusing on marginalized communities’ urban climate action experiences. Open the PDF and click their picture to learn more!

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