July 2024

In July 2024, a group of RC4 students travelled to Chiang Mai, Thailand, for a research-focused trip centred on food systems resilience. The team delved into the complexities of Northern Thailand’s food system through lectures at Chiang Mai University and fieldwork, engaging with individuals across various food economy sectors including paddy farm owners, community-based organic food producers, and coffee farmers.

In July 2024, a group of RC4 students embarked on a trip to Lombok and Sumba, Indonesia, as part of the module UTC2725/UTS2712: Leadership at the Fringes. The study trip centered around two pressing global issues: climate change and food security.