Rushka Ely

In her professional and personal life, Rushka is interested in socio-economic inequality and inclusivity, and how environmental sustainability can contribute to solving these issues. She is a development practitioner, working at the intersection of environmental and socio-economic issues to develop sustainable solutions to complex problems. Her current work involves contributing to policy, strategy and projects for sustainable and inclusive economic development in the Western Cape. Rushka earned a social science degree, and after beginning her working life in the marketing world, has crafted a career in public sector environmental sustainability. She works in the Green Economy within the Western Cape Government Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning.