My academic and professional experiences have provided me with a diverse set of interests and skills. These endeavors have largely been influenced by my interest in the relationship between people and the environment. Most recently, I have moved to Cambodia where I work remotely for an indoor mapping and wayfinding company. Prior to this, I completed my MSc in Capacity Development and Extension. My Major Research Paper allowed me to investigate climate change adaptation in rural communities. The main themes discussed in this paper include: identifying and understanding vulnerable communities, understanding the implications of building adaptive capacity and looking at the implications of having legitimate community-based autonomy throughout the adaptive process.