This 4 week programme explores how a just and connected community can withstand adversities and catastrophes, no matter the source. Grounded in the Five Foundational Protective Factors for Building Universal Mental Wellness & Transformational Resilience, this series of workshops brings together people working at the intersection of climate and other disaster preparedness and mental health in communities across Scotland.

You can join online over 4 Tuesdays in September, 10am-12pm on 9, 16, 23 & 30 September.

On 16th September, the session is “Framing the Crises”. It will cover:

- Exploring how the “4 ACES” framework (Adverse Childhood, Community, and Climate Experiences) and the “zone of resilience” reinforce that true community resilience requires emotional, psychological, and social resilience.

- Input on key concepts of bonding, bridging, and linking social connections — foundational for strong, adaptive communities.

- Core Learning Segment: An introduction to the concept of the eco-social self, understanding self in relation to community and ecology. An exercise in concise, impactful storytelling Inspiring

- Examples: Case studies include: how effective storytelling strengthens community ties and supports resilience (bonding, bridging, linking) and Branching Out will share about mental wellness and resilience building through a referral programme of woodland activities.