B. K. G. Thilakarathne

BKG Thilakarathne is pursuing a doctoral degree in public health at CQUniversity in Australia. Her PhD research investigates litter-picking behaviour during outdoor physical activity, explores existing community-based initiatives that combine physical activity with environmental stewardship, examines their environmental, social, and health benefits, and identifies best practices for the implementation and sustainability of such initiatives. Her broader research interests include public health and epidemiology, health promotion, quality of life, environmental health, and community-based approaches to improving population health and environmental sustainability.