Climate Resiliency Camp (CRC)
CLIMATE RISK
Geographically situated in the tropical cyclone belts, both direct risks from extreme weather events and indirect risks to quality of life are a vital matter for immediate cross-sectoral collaboration, not only in relief efforts from the most recent Category 4 Hurricane to hit Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique (July 1, 2024), but also in cultivating longer term mental health resiliency factors for communities that must adapt to ongoing climate risks and threats. Research demonstrates climate change has significant implications on the mental health of young people living in low-resource settings. With over 25% living below the poverty level across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, climate change exacerbates social determinants of health and places children and youth disproportionately at risk for poor health, educational and wellbeing outcomes if trauma is not addressed.
TRAUMA RELIEF
Reach Within has been providing trauma relief since Hurricane Ivan (2004) and was on the ground in Carriacou and Petite Martinique within days following Hurricane Beryl (July 1, 2024) with supplies for children and teens and began the delivery of camp activities which will take place through August, followed by school-based trauma healing modules. Psychosocial support is vital to healing communities and helping a nation to thrive.
