Yimei Chuah

Communications Director

(University of Auckland)

Yimei Chuah is a PhD student in the School of Psychology at the University of Auckland. Yimei’s research interests span infant development and the implications of engagement with digital devices, children’s wellbeing and development in relation to their education and connection with nature, and young people’s participation in policy making. Her research explores contextual barriers, strengths and areas for improvement regarding youth wellbeing and development. Yimei’s PhD research draws together experts across disciplines including psychology, environmental geography, and education to explore children’s wellbeing in relation to gardening for food growing activities at schools. Core to this research is enhancing understanding of how school gardens and working with peers to learn about the environment contribute to improving the lives of the children involved.