Subcompetencies: Area V: Advocacy - Competency 5.1 - Identify a current or emerging health issue requiring policy, systems, or environmental change., Area VI: Communication – Competency 6.1 – Determine factors that affect communication with the identified audience(s).
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Explain the health impacts of climate change on vulnerable populations and communities.
Analyze strategies and policies that promote environmental and community resilience.
Describe ethical considerations and principles in environmental health decision-making and policy.
Showcasing evidence-based approaches to protect vulnerable populations from climate-related health risks while building resilient communities. This session will highlight strategies for addressing the health impacts of climate change, integrating environmental ethics, and fostering sustainable practices at the local level. Attendees will explore how communities can prepare for and respond to environmental challenges while promoting equity and health resilience. The presentation will provide actionable insights that public health professionals can apply in their own work.
