As the climate crisis unfolds, we are also facing an epidemic of loneliness. While most climate resilience public investment has been in physical infrastructure, research and experience tell us that it is people and relationships that matter when a crisis hits. Strong webs of trusting relationships, community control of local infrastructure, and spaces for communities to practice governance roles are essential ingredients for successful climate outcomes. That is why, increasingly, climate adaptation funding sources historically reserved for physical projects are opening up for investments in social resilience. But how do we know where these investments are most needed and what kinds of interventions can have the most impact?

This forum will explore the connection between social capital and disaster response and recovery outcomes, how communities are putting social resilience at the forefront of their climate adaptation efforts, and specific strategies for building social resilience in priority communities.

Forum Speakers

Dr. Daniel Aldrich
Professor, Political Science and Public Policy
Director of the Resilience Studies Program
Co-Director of the Global Resilience Institute
Northeastern University

Montanna Cassel
Sustainability Planner & Grant Coordinator
Town of Cohasset

 

Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad
Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience
Brigham Young University

 

Lydia Lowe
Executive Director
Chinatown Community Land Trust

 

Peyton Siler Jones
Urban Planner
Siler Climate Consulting

 

Forum Co-Chairs

Nasser Brahim
Senior Climate Resiliency Specialist
Woods Hole Group

 

Alex Papali
Political Director
Center for Economic Democracy

 

Registration Information

This forum will be organized in a hybrid format. Attendees have the option to attend in-person OR virtually.

In-Person Registration

Please note that online registration for in-person attendance will close at  3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 5.

In-Person Registration Rates

EBC Member: $35
EBC Membership is corporate – all staff from our member companies can register as an EBC Member. Not sure if you’re a member? Visit our online Member Directory.

Non-members: $45

Government/Nonprofit: $15
This rate is available for those employed by Government, Municipal, or Nonprofit organizations. Not available to those in a volunteer position (e.g. Board Member of a Nonprofit).

Job Seeker Rate: $15
For recent graduates or attendees who are currently unemployed.

Administrative fee: $25
Applies to any changes in registration after 5:00 pm on Thursday, May 30.

View the In-Person Attendee List

In-Person Registration

 

Virtual Registration

Virtual attendees will be able to see and hear the speakers, slideshow presentations, and questions from the audience. Virtual attendees will be able to ask questions through the chat function.

Please note that online registration for virtual attendance will close at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 6.

Virtual Registration Rates

EBC Member: $35
EBC Membership is corporate – all staff from our member companies can register as an EBC Member. Not sure if you’re a member? Visit our online Member Directory.

Non-members: $45

Government/Nonprofit: $15
This rate is available for those employed by Government, Municipal, or Nonprofit organizations. Not available to those in a volunteer position (e.g. Board Member of a Nonprofit).

Job Seeker Rate: $15
For recent graduates or attendees who are currently unemployed.

Administrative fee: $25
Applies to any changes in registration after 5:00 pm on Thursday, May 30.

Virtual Registration

 

Fine Print

The refund deadline is 5:00 pm Thursday, May 30.

Students:

• University of Massachusetts – If you are affiliated with the University of Massachusetts, please send an email to [email protected], for registration information.
• All others affiliated with universities or colleges – please use the above Nonprofit rate for registration.

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