Supporting People During Extreme Weather and Climate Crisis Events

This session will showcase innovative approaches and practical discussions on climate-based responses for people experiencing homelessness. Topics include:

• Working with people in bushland areas
• Flood response strategies
• Lessons from crisis shelter activations during floods
• Heatwaves, cold snaps, and prolonged wet weather: integrating responses into practice

By the end of the session, participants will have strengthened networks and gained practical knowledge to begin implementing solutions that manage climate-related risks for people experiencing homelessness. The session will feature presentations and mini workshops led by services, programs, and industry experts focused on immediate, actionable solutions to climate challenges.