somewhat beyond our control. With these factors considered, one must be willing to: find innovative ways to gain industry experience, become self-sufficient, and even suffer crippling financial setbacks to succeed. Despite these concerns, your knowledge is valuable; find ways to utilise it.   

To those interested in any study path (similar or otherwise), I advise you to go for it! A higher education experience broadens one’s perspective and offers many opportunities to gain invaluable transferrable skills. Find the balance between your interests, aptitude/strengths and existing opportunities when selecting your program. This balance is crucial to overcoming self-doubt and persevering through stressful periods. Furthermore, there is a push for more professionals within environmental and climate sciences, which increases the opportunities that one can access. Residents of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) must be aware of the impacts of climate variability on our existence. We must be the proponents of sustainable development and adaptation approaches, which are central to mitigating the effects of climate change. Adapting to global and climate change requires innovative solutions; weather and climate affect everyone! Opportunities exist outside the Applied and Natural Sciences, as climate science is a multidisciplinary field. Regardless, find your niche. I wish you success!