Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 1:30 PM via Zoom | Register Here

This session will focus on the emerging climate-related threats to public health and how innovative approaches to emergency preparedness can help improve resilience. Panelists and attendees will:

• Identify and evaluate new climate threats such as extreme heat, storm surges, and tidal flooding, and their potential impact on public health.
• Understand how a systems thinking approach can enhance emergency preparedness and improve overall community resilience.
• Dive into case studies and real-world examples of preparedness and response, drawing on insights from public health professionals and climate experts.
• Discuss how climate change disproportionately affects vulnerable populations, and develop tailored strategies for community-based interventions.

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Resilient Futures: Climate & Health Justice in NYC is a series of four interactive workshops focused on how climate change impacts public health, with an emphasis on equity and resilience. Hosted by the NYC Pandemic Response Institute and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, the series offers practical strategies and tools for tackling climate-driven health challenges. Join us to learn how you can help create a healthier, more resilient NYC.