In the Era of Worsening Disasters, Strengthening Climate Resilience

As the impacts of climate change continue to accumulate, marginalized communities already at risk of increased adversity and vulnerability to extreme weather events struggle to adapt and survive. Proactive partnerships and collaborations, with a whole of society approach is required. Faith-based organizations, in responding to and building preparedness for disasters, provide unique contributions to communities, from emotional and spiritual care to innovative methods of empowering communities through guidance and facilitation of resilience development, and the cultivation of inner strength. This session reflects on how faith-based organizations can work within their communities to build climate resilience, strengthen collaborations with disaster relief agencies, amplify the response to crises, and ease the journey toward recovery.