In an era characterised by increased environmental concerns and a growing emphasis on
sustainability my Major research project (MRP) delves into the realm of Responsible,
Sustainable Production and Consumption through the lens of Inclusion and Diversity. My
definition of sustainability, for this project, is using services and related products which
respond to basic needs and bring a better quality of life while minimising the use of natural
resources and toxic materials as well as the emission of waste and pollutants over the life cycle
of the service or product so as not to jeopardise the needs of future generations (World
Commission on Environment and Development). For this project, diversity and inclusion are
essential lenses through which to understand, address, and advance sustainable production and
consumption practices.
My goal is to provide insightful analysis of the intersectionality between
sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, particularly focusing on how these factors influence production and consumption patterns within immigrant communities addressing particularly the immigrants of Toronto and develop approaches for supporting the adoption of environmentally friendly practices addressing the needs and particular circumstances in immigrants of our society. I will be looking to and involving the targeted users/community in the process a developing, identifying and evaluating existing or new strategies that improve
responsible production and consumption practices within these immigrant groups.