An Interactive Workshop Series on Climate Change and Public Health
The NYC Pandemic Response Institute (PRI), in collaboration with the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), proudly presents “Resilient Futures: Climate & Health Justice in NYC.” This series of four interactive workshops will address the pressing challenges posed by climate change to public health while emphasizing equity, resilience, and justice.
Resilient Futures is part of The Year of Climate initiative at DOHMH and underscores the critical need to view climate justice as a public health issue. The sessions will be led by PRI and its institutional experts in public health preparedness, climate change, and equity-focused approaches. This partnership aims to inspire action, foster collaboration, and equip stakeholders with the tools to build a healthier, more resilient NYC.
The series is designed for public health professionals, community leaders, and anyone interested in the intersection of climate and health. Participants will engage with experts and stakeholders to gain practical skills and strategies to address the impacts of climate change on public health, with a focus on resilience and equity, ultimately developing actionable solutions for NYC communities.
Join us in championing positive change in your work, together, we can create a healthier, more resilient NYC. Learn more and register for our workshops below to be part of the solution. For more information, contact us at info@pri.nyc with Resilient Futures in the subject line.
Why Public Health and Climate Change?
Friday, February 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM via Zoom | Register Here
This session will introduce the critical connection between climate change and public health, setting the stage for the workshop series. Panelists and attendees will:
- Explore how climate change directly impacts health outcomes, drawing on real-world examples like COVID-19 and HIV to highlight the intersections.
- Understand the shared mission of PRI and DOHMH in fostering climate resilience and health equity.
- Learn how public health professionals can lead in climate preparedness.
- Discuss strategies to ensure health equity in climate responses, particularly for marginalized and vulnerable communities.
Emerging Threats and Emergency Preparedness
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.
Communications: Messaging the Moment
Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 1:30 PM via Zoom | Register Here
Effective communication is key to mobilizing action on climate change. This session will focus on empowering participants to effectively communicate the urgency of climate change and public health challenges to diverse audiences. Panelists and attendees will:
- Examine how public perceptions and misinformation about climate change shape attitudes and hinder action.
- Learn evidence-based strategies to communicate climate and health issues in compelling and inclusive ways, ensuring accessibility for diverse audiences.
- Discuss how to integrate climate change messaging into public health campaigns and community programs for maximum impact.
- Explore how to shift behaviors and drive community engagement around climate resilience.
Civic Engagement and Call to Action
Thursday, June 11, 2025 at 1:30 PM via Zoom | Register Here
This session will focus on empowering communities and stakeholders to take equitable and actionable steps toward addressing climate and health challenges. Panelists and attendees will:
- Gain practical strategies for engaging communities in climate action, particularly in marginalized and underserved areas.
- Learn from successful examples of community-led initiatives that address both climate and health equity.
- Explore how to develop actionable plans for community involvement, focusing on inclusivity and impact.
- Network with other stakeholders and strengthen collective action around climate health justice.