Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh

Occasionally, I'm invited to speak to an audience on humanitarian logistics which gives me the opportunity to meet new people and visit new places I might not otherwise see. An invitation from Kate Hughes to speak to MSc Logistics students at Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh was one such opportunity.

Pam in Edinburgh

I was fascinated by the beauty of Edinburgh, this being my first time to visit Scotland, and what it had to offer: great hospitality, stunning scenery, and a rich cultural heritage.

Having a guest lecturer can give students the opportunity to hear from those with long-term experience in disaster response and humanitarian relief giving personal insight in to the unique challenges of this area of logistics and supply chain. I was able to share with the students my professional experience in humanitarian logistics in Africa, as a woman and as a 'local': the advantages and the challenges, and to share about my studies.

I was delighted to meet a diverse group of students who listened keenly and asked important and intelligent questions. I have always found the opportunity to exchange with students to be of mutual benefit where both parties gain from the ensuing discussions.