Canadian Association of
Nurses for the Environment
Association canadienne des infirmières
et infirmiers pour l'environnement
Description In this session of the Leadership and strategy for sustainable health systems webinar series, Jeffrey Tochkin will speak about his experiences navigating the health impacts of climate emergencies and will describe the cycle of preparedness through to response and recovery. The session will explore lessons learned by applying a leadership lens to the health […]
Description The climate crisis is the greatest health threat we face. Are healthcare pensions part of the problem, or part of the solution? In this webinar, Shift: Action for Pension Wealth and Planet Health will explain how healthcare pensions invest your retirement savings, why your pension is a powerful lever for climate action, and what […]
Description Our 5-week live free program aims to empower policy-makers, infrastructure planners, investors and other stakeholders by providing them with the tools to evaluate and analyze the economic performance and co-benefits of Nature-Based Infrastructure (NBI), when compared with traditional “grey” infrastructure. The course combines online materials with interactive Zoom sessions, allowing you to ask experts […]
Description Join us for the next Nova Campfire, “Nurturing Societies: Cultivating Cooperation for Sustainable Well-Being,” on September 25 at 11 am EDT (5 pm CEST/3 pm GMT/8 am PDT). Flourishing of people, places, and our planet depends on embracing altruistic, whole-of-society approaches that prioritize the health and well-being of all life, including through sociocultural and […]
Date September 25, 2024 at 2:00 pm Eastern Time RSVP for This Webinar Related webinars Moskowitz, J. 2021. Health Effects of Cellphone & Cell Tower Radiation: Implications for 5G. Moskowitz, J. 2023. Radiofrequency Radiation and Your Health: Is 5G Harmful? Description Wireless technologies, including cell phones, wireless internet, and Bluetooth devices, have become ubiquitous […]
Description Join Food Secure Canada for a webinar featuring a panel of Indigenous leaders discussing initiatives to revitalize and strengthen Indigenous foodways. This session will explore community-driven efforts to restore traditional food practices, improve food sovereignty, and promote cultural resilience within Indigenous communities. -------------------- Joignez-vous au Réseau pour une alimentation durable pour un webinaire au […]
Description Seniors from throughout the country are mobilizing for climate action on Canada’s National Seniors Day and the International Day of Older Persons, October 1. Their intention is to “demonstrate our growing concern about climate breakdown and our desire to rebuild a healthy environment for future generations.” If you are a senior who cares about […]
Description Sustain Our Abilities and ISPRM is hosting an event with Adele Houghton. Sustain Our Abilities is a climate change non-profit organization focused on the intersection of climate, health, and disability. SOA is dedicated to addressing the health impacts of climate change and expanding disability-inclusive climate action through public education, research, organizing and advocacy. We […]
Session 1 Topic: Basic Climate Change for the Nursing Professional Featuring: Teddie Potter, PhD, RN, FAAN, FNAP Session Learning Objectives: Advocate that the voice of nursing professionals is essential to address the climate and health crisis Define the language (e.g. climate change, sustainability, environmental determinants of health, greenhouse gasses, etc.) and parameters of the climate crisis […]
About the Course (Part 2 of 4) Description CASCADES' Leadership for Change: Toward Sustainable Health Systems course strengthens capacity for change-oriented health system leadership in the face of profound environmental and sustainability challenges. Through pre-work, four interactive sessions, team and individual mentorship, and debriefing opportunities, we explore the challenges and opportunities of improving, changing and […]
Session 2 Topic: Vector-borne Disease Featuring: Tracy Kelly, DNP, APRN, CPNP-P/AC Session Learning Objectives: Describe the relationships between VBD and climate change (e.g. water-borne, food-borne and zoonotic). Identify nursing roles associated with prevention of VBDs. Discuss how positionality and intersectionality shapes discourses of exposed populations at risk and vulnerable to VBD. Identify intersectoral and multisectoral […]
Details: Length: 10 Sessions (October 8 – December 10, 2024)* When: Tuesdays (weekly) at 9:00–10:00 AM PT | 12:00–1:00 PM ET | 1:00–2:00 PM AT Location: Zoom Target Audience: Members of the healthcare community with experience and/or interest in implementing climate adaptation and/or mitigation projects at the practice, site, or system level Registration: Complete this […]
Description From the Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments and the Council of Public Health Nursing Orgnizations In this workshop, participants will apply foundational knowledge about antiracism, equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice to propose actions they can take individually and collectively to address health inequities and prevent harm within healthcare. Strategies for engaging in health […]
When: 11 May and 12 October 2024 Theme: The importance of insects for migratory birds Official website: https://www.worldmigratorybirdday.org/ Lead: Convention on Migratory Species / African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbird Agreement The World Migratory Bird Day campaign in 2024 will focus on the importance of insects for migratory birds, and highlight concerns related to decreasing populations of insects. […]
Description This even takes place in Berlin, Germany and online under the theme “Building Trust for a Healthier World.” It brings together stakeholders from politics, science, the private sector, and civil society from around the world to set the agenda for a healthier future. October 13-15, 2024. No registration required for online participants. The World […]
Session 3 Topic: Water-and Food Related Illness Featuring: Martha Fuller PhD, APRN Session Learning Objectives: Define water security and identify threats and solutions to water security that impact human health (poor water management, rights and access, infrastructure, war and conflict, drought, poor agriculture practices, heavy metals and toxic waste, inadequate mitigation of contamination). Discuss the impact […]
About the Course (Part 3 of 4) Description CASCADES' Leadership for Change: Toward Sustainable Health Systems course strengthens capacity for change-oriented health system leadership in the face of profound environmental and sustainability challenges. Through pre-work, four interactive sessions, team and individual mentorship, and debriefing opportunities, we explore the challenges and opportunities of improving, changing and […]
Description From the World Health Organization WHO is conducting a series of technical webinars on various climate change and health topics with the aim of building capacity for implementation at country level. These webinars will integrate training, experience sharing, interactive activities and group discussion. This webinar will be in English with French and Spanish simultaneous […]
Session 4 Topic: Extreme Weather: Hurricanes and Flooding Featuring: Barb Sattler, DrPH, RN, FAAN Session Learning Objectives: Describe the ways in which climate change increases the risk of extreme events such as hurricanes, inland, and coastal flooding. Identify environmental hazards to infants, children, and adolescents during extreme weather events. Explore the impacts of extreme weather effects […]
Session 5 Topic: Mental Health Featuring: Mitzie Meyers, PhD, RN, CNE, AHN-BC Josephine Williams, RN, BScN, CEN, M.Ed Session Learning Objectives: Eco-grief and Eco-anxiety/solastalgia: Identify self-care and health promotion practices through mental health frameworks and strategies in relation to how communities cope with climate crisis. Describe the factors that influence the psychological impacts of the […]
About the Course (Part 4 of 4) Description CASCADES' Leadership for Change: Toward Sustainable Health Systems course strengthens capacity for change-oriented health system leadership in the face of profound environmental and sustainability challenges. Through pre-work, four interactive sessions, team and individual mentorship, and debriefing opportunities, we explore the challenges and opportunities of improving, changing and […]
Session 6 Topic: Pollution - Soil, Water, Waste Featuring: Ruth McDermott-Levy, PhD, MPH, RN, FAAN Session Learning Objectives: Identify the major forms of environmental pollutants and the causes of each. Define the parameters of pollution and how these affect human and planetary health. Describe the adverse effects of the introduction of pollutants into our natural environment. […]
Description Discussing priorities and solutions to shape policy and train the next generation for our shared health. This one-day conference will explore the complex interactions between climate change and health. Hear from prominent and influential speakers, join discussions on priorities for climate and health at COP29 and beyond, and explore how the health and scientific […]
Session 7 Topic: Degraded Air Quality and Wildfires Featuring: Raluca Radu, RN, MSN Session Learning Objectives: Identify the major air pollutants that threaten air quality in regions of the world Define the parameters of air quality guidelines/standards in relation to exposure and health outcomes of populations in a local region. List the potential indoor and outdoor […]
Session 8 Topic: Heat Related Illness Featuring: Michelle DePhillips, DNP, MPH, RN, ACNPC-AG Karen Duderstadt, PhD, RN, CPNP-PC Gina Friel, DNP, CRNP-PC Session Learning Objectives: Describe the symptoms of heat related illness and differentiate symptoms of heat stroke. Identify populations vulnerable to heat-related illness and the specific barriers these populations face. Describe the preventive measures […]
Register now for CNA's Third National Summit on Racism in Nursing & Health Care. This pivotal gathering will be held virtually on November 20-21, 2024, 12-4 p.m. ET. Immerse yourself in critical discussions about systemic racism in nursing and health care. Expect engaging sessions on accountability and systemic change. Join us in shaping a more […]
Session 9 Topic: Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptation and Resilience Featuring: Heather Baid(link is external and opens in a new window), PhD, RN, SFHEA, Principal Lecturer, University of Brighton Session Learning Objectives: Define and distinguish between climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience Apply the concepts of mitigation and adaptation to the healthcare sector and explore examples of how healthcare […]
Session 10 Topic: Climate Change and Health Equity Featuring: Suellen Breakey, PhD, RN, FAAN, Distinguished Teaching Associate Professor, Associate Director, Center for Climate Change, Climate Justice, and Health School of Nursing Session Learning Objectives: Describe the concepts of climate justice and environmental justice. Identify social and environmental determinants of health that make individuals and communities more […]
