A conversation about how Scottish neighbours can organise mutual aid for storms and crises.

From heavy winter storms and sudden power outages to rising living costs, relying solely on centralised systems during emergencies leaves communities vulnerable. The most effective response starts right in our own community.

Join us for an informal, one-hour practical workshop based on the Before the Storm Community Resilience Toolkit. Together, we’ll explore straightforward, low-tech ways neighbours can support each other when systems fail. Whether you live in a rural village, a suburban scheme, or a city tenement, we will talk about how preparations turn anxiety into shared strength.

This session is part of a series of societal resilience-focused events hosted by SCCAN in November and December, addressing how local communities can practically adapt to accelerating climate impacts.

Other sessions:

19th November 12 noon - 1.15 pm ¦ Strategic Adaptation in community: Food Resilience

26th November 1 - 2 pm ¦ Strategic Adaptation in community: Alternative Communications

3rd December 12 noon - 1 pm ¦ Community and Care: looking after self and each other in an emergency