Navigating Climate Emotions Together (for Adults)

Banyule Loves...Connection!

Join us for this interactive online workshop exploring how we can navigate the challenges of a changing climate with resilience and care

This no-cost workshop is part of the new Banyule Loves...Workshop Series.

This interactive webinar introduces participants to an understanding of the psychological impacts of climate change and environmental issues. We explore the importance of care for one’s self to build resilience for the long term, in recognition that the emotional impacts are difficult and demanding. We offer a chance for people to talk and listen to each other to help build greater connection, understanding and resilience. In this interactive webinar you will:

• Develop a shared understanding of the current research and lived experiences of climate emotions/eco-emotions
• Learn practical approaches for working with your emotions to support long-term, constructive engagement with climate change
• Differentiate between the natural emotional responses to climate issues and distress that may affect well-being.
• Experience the power and depth of intentional, spacious and receptive conversations with colleagues that explores climate emotion

Everyone is welcome, and no prior experience is needed!


General notes: 

• This event will take place online via the ZOOM platform. A link will be mailed to all registrants before the event.

The Banyule Loves...Workshop Series explores the lost art of sustainable, climate-resilient living. The series celebrates the things about Banyule which our community loves- from gardening to connecting to Country to saving money on our energy bills. These workshops will upskill community members while connecting participants to like-minded neighbours. Attendees are entered in a drawing for a prize for participating in each workshop, with the drawing held at the annual wrap-up celebration and showcase event in November. Each attendee will receive a certification of completion for the workshops they attend. 

This workshop takes place during the Kulin season of Waring, or Wombat season. The most common wombat species in Victoria is the Bare-nosed Wombat, if you’re lucky you might spot one enjoying the winter sun over the next couple months. All three extant species of wombat are endemic to Australia, along with 80% of the mammal species that occur on the continent. Additionally, Bulen-bulen (Superb Lyrebird) males perform their courtship displays during this season.

Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as traditional custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region's history.

Our community is made up of diverse cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation and rights for everyone: principles which empower, foster harmony and increase the wellbeing of an inclusive community.