Nine communities across Australia have signed up to learn how best to prepare for natural disasters under the ground-breaking initiative Equip.
Led by the University of New England, Equip seeks to address the toll that extreme weather events like floods, bushfire and drought can take on individuals and their towns.
Over the next five years, a team of researchers will work with these communities in NSW, South Australia and Western Australia to leverage their leadership and strengthen both their support systems and coping skills.
Research lead Associate Professor Suzie Cosh said the aim is to create lasting solutions that are tailored to each population and location.
“Equip identifies factors in each community that protect wellbeing, recognises local knowledge, strengths and resources, and aims to develop greater preparedness, confidence and resilience,” said Associate Professor Cosh.
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