About the event

In this session, we will explore the pivotal role nurses play in leading climate response initiatives. By identifying and utilising available resources, nurses can effectively address the impacts of climate change on health. This talk will provide practical strategies, and offer insights into resource mobilisation and advocacy efforts. Join us to empower your practice with the knowledge and tools needed to drive meaningful change in the face of climate challenges.

Key Learning Objectives

1. Understand the Role of Nurses in Climate Response: Examine the critical responsibilities and opportunities for nurses to lead climate response efforts in various healthcare settings.
2. Identify Key Resources: Learn to locate and access essential resources, including educational materials, and community partnerships, to support climate health initiatives.
3. Develop Practical Strategies: Gain practical strategies for integrating climate health considerations into nursing practice, policy development, and patient education.
4. Advocate for Climate Health: Strengthen advocacy skills to influence policy and practice changes that support climate health and sustainability in healthcare.

About the speaker 

Catelyn Richards - Co-founder and President of Climate Action Nurses

Co-founder and President of Climate Action Nurses, Catelyn is a proud Registered Nurse, humanitarian and passionate advocate for regenerative ecology. Now completing a PhD in Planetary Health and nursing, Catelyn was a 2022 Westpac Future Leaders scholar and holds a Master of Leadership (Health and Human Services). She has undergone extensive leadership training through the Westpac Foundation, Australian College of Nursing Emerging Nurses Leader Program, University of Tasmania Masters Professional Practice Pathway and Monash University Ancora Imparo Program. She has presented on early-career nurse leadership and environmental responsibility across a range of platforms including the University of Brighton Sustainable Healthcare Academic Research conference, the University of Otago Planetary Health Conference, the Australian College of Nursing National Nursing Forum and the South Pacific Nurses Forum. Through her work volunteering with organisations such as the Oaktree Foundation, AusAid, the Australian College of Nursing and the Climate and Health Alliance; Catelyn fervently contributes to her life mission of spreading conscious kindness.