New UC wildfire resources webinar series
UC experts from several locations are coming together to produce informative webinars about wildfire safety and recovery, including its physical and mental impacts on those affected — and how you can help. All virtual events are free to members of the UC community and the general public.
Urban Wildfire Response and Recovery Series
This six-part webinar series will focus on the physical health, mental health and social impacts of wildfires, providing a blend of scientific information and practical skills to help with recovery.
Select each event title below to register. Listings reflect Pacific Time.
Crisis Response for Kids: Keeping Children Safe During and After Wildfires
Thursday, Jan. 30, 12 – 1 p.m.
Children eat, drink and breathe three times more than adults, making them especially vulnerable to wildfire exposure risks. Get expert advice on how to protect youth.
Psychological First Aid and Communal Support for Acute Stress
Thursday, Feb. 6, 12 – 1 p.m.
Immediately after climate disasters, it is critical to help people who are impacted get access to psychological first aid tips and community support. In this webinar, we’ll help you understand how to find and direct people to available resources.
Community Impacts and Models of Community Recovery
Thursday, Feb. 13, 12 – 1 p.m.
Learn about the social impacts of wildfires, as well as the model of community response and recovery.
Wildfire Impacts on Brain & Cognition
Thursday, Feb. 20, 12 – 1 p.m.
Climate disasters like wildfires impact our brains and vital cognitive functions. Learn about important climate resiliency efforts that protect brain health.
This session is sponsored by the UC Center for Climate Health and Equity (CCHE), UC CCHE Climate Mental Health Council, UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, UCLA Center for Healthy Climate Solutions, Sustainable LA Grand Challenges, and the UCSF Alumni Association.
Tags: UC Center for Climate Health and Equity, UCLA Center for Healthy Climate Solutions, UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, UCSF, UCSF Alumni Association, wildfire