My research interests focus on exploring the relationships between natural resource-based tourism, community engagement and environmental conservation. For my doctoral research, I am examining the role of Antarctic tourism plays for the New Zealand gateway city. I primarily use qualitative research methods to conduct this study.
Supervisors:
Primary Supervisor: A/Prof. Daniela Liggett
Co-Supervisor: Dr. Gabriela Roldan
Research Interests:
· Antarctic tourism
· Environmental management
· Natural resource-based tourism
· Wildlife conservation
Location: Beatrice Tinsley 301
Academic History:
BSc in Biological Sciences specializing in Zoology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka
MSc in Biodiversity, Ecotourism and Environmental Management, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
