Weathering the Storm

Each Weathering the Storm workshop is delivered by two facilitators with a wealth of professional and personal experience. Their combined knowledge and experience means the workshop is delivered with expertise and sensitivity, based on a solid understanding of weather-related stress, mental health challenges, and wellbeing practices.

We understand that everyone learns differently, so we make sure our workshops have something for everyone. Our facilitators use best-practice adult learning techniques including activities, videos and teaching tools to create an engaging, interactive workshop. You’ll also receive a workbook with Weathering the Storm notes, additional reading, and a directory for support and assistance.

Weathering the Storm participants will explore the mental health impacts of extreme weather events, discuss how communities are impacted by natural disasters, and examine the unequal impacts of extreme weather on different sectors of society.

You’ll learn how to navigate the uncertainty of disaster recovery, support children and others through effective communication, and get tools and tips to help reduce weather-related anxiety.

After attending Weathering the Storm, participants will be able to:

• understand weather-related anxiety
• recognise the unequal impact of severe weather
• use tools to build resilience and reduce the impact of anxiety.

Weathering the Storm community workshops are FREE for individuals to attend, funded by Te Whatu Ora. You can do the workshop either in person in your community (with lunch included) or online (coming soon).

Register now to book your place