Colette’s research explores climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction. She is interested in the ways in which climate risk attitudes and decisions are embedded in people’s daily lives, shaped by their circumstances, their experiences, and values. Colette is currently completing her PhD at the University of Melbourne. Previous work has included research on the social and equity implications of sea level rise planning in Gippsland, research for the Fire Services Commissioner on the effectiveness of Victoria’s bushfire warnings system, and research on migration intentions and climate change attitudes in Tuvalu.