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Design and Content Editor, People Power Results
Polly was a Design and Content Editor. She supported her colleagues' on work with front-line health and social care teams to test out new methods to improve health outcomes.
Polly originally joined Nesta as a Design and Workshop Support Intern for People Powered Results. She assisted the team by collating and creating learning materials as well as participating in the delivery of workshops.
Prior to Nesta, Polly has a strong creative background, completing a design internship in Brazil, research into sustainable materials at SCIN material library and a degree in Textiles and Surface Design which was focused on repurposing waste materials during the production of maize.
Outside of work, you can find Polly exploring new places and creative activities. A passion for the outdoors and cycling as well as volunteering for South London Cares.
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