With a Masters in Environmental
Studies and Bachelor of Applied Science in Planning, Tanya brings together an in-depth knowledge of land use, spatial planning,
environmental management and public participation disciplines. She has worked on over 70 projects in the private/public
sector, and has managed several large multi-disciplinary projects in the UK and on overseas development aid projects, in the
following sectors:
- urban development and planning
- recreation
- water supply and sanitation
- transport
- mining and
- other
industrial and infrastructure plans and projects.
Tanya
is a Certified Practising Planner (through the Planning Institute of Australia), and a Licensed IAP2 Trainer (through the
International Association for Public Participation). She is also a part time Senior Lecturer in Planning at the University
of Westminster, London, United Kingdom; and Associate with the Temple Group Ltd.
Testimonials
“Tanya is is brilliant at what she does. She is passionate about public
participation; well organised and a clear headed decision-maker. Her contribution, over many years, to the work of the other
Directors of IAP2 UK/Ireland and to the establishment and growth of the Company ensured it received high quality professional
attention when it was needed most. I have no hesitation in endorsing Tanya.” Geoff Fagan, CEO, The CADISPA
Trust - July 2010
“Tanya is
a gifted trainer. She brings knowledge, energy, pertinent stories, and inquiry to the trainer room. She fosters discussion
to augment and enhance students learning. She is a terrific asset.” Mary Hamel, trainer and master trainer, IAP2
- July 2010
“Tanya
has recently been licensed as a trainer to deliver the IAP2 Certificate in Public Participation. Tanya will draw on a breadth
of experience in citizen engagement at the policy, planning and service delivery levels to train and develop more practitioners
in the field of public participation.” Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Good Value Moira Deslandes, Executive
Director, IAP2 - July 2010