About this Event
Virtual - FREE
How does a community rebuild after the smoke clears? Join us for a vital conversation on the power of creative practice and advocacy in the wake of climate-related displacement.
On Wednesday, May 5th, we are hosting a distinguished panel to explore the role of creative and community-based practictes in responding to the aftermath of the Eaton Fire in California. The conversation will center on art as a means of research, healing, and advocacy, as well as the broader impacts of climate-related displacement.
Our Panelists:
Nic Arnzen | Chief of Altadena Town Council, Eaton Fire Collaborative
Nadia Paredes, MA, LMFT, ATR | Project Hope
Jessica Bianchi, EdD, LMFT | Arts for Connection: Skills for Building Resilience in the Classroom
Nancy Choe, PhD, LMFT, ATR-BC | Photostory Reflections: Exploring Mental Health, Loss, and Community Healing after the Eaton Fire
LMU MFT/AT Program Research Students
Climate change and natural disasters impact more than just our landscapes—they reshape our social fabric. We invite students, clinicians, and community members to engage in this dialogue on how we can advocate for a more resilient future through the arts.