Community groups and councils come together in Wealden

A climate resilience workshop in Wealden, held last week, brought together 43 participants to explore practical approaches to climate change adaptation and opportunities for collaborative action.

The event was part of the S.A.F.E.R. (Stronger Adaptation for Environmental Resilience, an initiative for locally-led climate adaptation) workshop, delivered in partnership by Community Action East Sussex, the Wealden Food Partnership, and Wealden District Council’s Climate Change Team.

Melanie Nock, development worker for Wealden at Community Action, said: "It was very exciting to see participants actively pooling resources and linking up with each other to develop projects.

"And it was also very humbling to see the passion and commitment in the room."

The workshop focused on building stronger local networks and fostering partnerships to support climate resilience at the community level.

Attendees discussed the potential of collective action and the value of existing community groups, parish councils, and the energy and creativity of people in Wealden.

Cllr Paul Coleshill, lead councillor for climate change at Wealden District Council, said: "The Climate and Nature Network is an important initiative that helps organisations, councils, and community groups across the district join forces to tackle climate change and protect nature."