Alison Kathryn Dyer
Bio
Respected independent journalist specializing in topics including environment, food, self-propelled travel, contributing to Canadian & U.S. magazines & newspapers, with over 400 published articles; occasional broadcaster with CBC Radio;
Accredited professional freelance writer with over 15 years experience;
Demonstrated success as a freelance copywriter, editor and communications professional working with public, private and not-for-profit clients;
Experienced researcher in such fields as sustainability, waste management, cultural and natural heritage;
Recipient of several research and writing awards (e.g. 2006 Fellowship, Metcalf Institute for Marine & Environmental Reporting - Science Immersion Workshop (University of Rhode Island) – the only Canadian journalist to be selected in 2006).
Author of several published short stories and poems published in literary journals;
Currently working a non-fiction book and a collection of poems.
Education:
Master of Science, Memorial University of Newfoundland
Bachelor of Arts, Honours (Cum Laude), Concordia University
