Climate Workshop

With the Global Climate Strike just around the corner, I have a few posts coming up that highlight workshops, events and actions with which you can become involved. The first is a workshop and panel discussion that explores the role faith communities can have in addressing climate change. It's entitled: "What Does Climate Change Ask of You? The Leadership Role of Faith Communities in Response to Climate Change" It's hosted by St. Mary's Church (56 Duke St. W) and is happening on Sept 26th from 3-9pm. If you can't attend the entire event, you're welcome to attend what fits in your schedule.

Event details:
"At this event, faith leaders and community members can learn and share on the following topics:

• how faith communities can work with various levels of government to help community members prepare for and cope with extreme weather events (such as extreme heat, ice storms, flooding)
• how faith communities can use energy and other resources more responsibly in their gatherings and in their buildings — and access funding to help offset costs
• the role that faith communities can play in helping individuals, families, businesses, civil servants and elected officials to make the necessary transition to a low-carbon economy
• the call for faith communities to advocate for the needs of those most vulnerable to the near-term impacts of climate change"

Event agenda:

• 2:30 Doors open for registration and refreshments
• 3-5:30 pm: Workshops by Sheila Murray, Resilience Project Manager, and Stephen Collette, Building Audit Manager for Faith & the Common Good
• 6 pm: Dinner
• 7 pm: Panel discussion: What could climate justice look like with the leadership of Waterloo Region's faith communities?

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