Project Point Odisha, a leading youth and civil society organization dedicated to climate action and youth development, organized a Workshop on Heat Wave Awareness and Preparedness at Birla Global University, Bhubaneswar. The initiative aimed to sensitize students, faculty members, and youth leaders about the growing challenges of extreme heat conditions due to climate change.
The workshop included expert talks on the science behind heat waves, health impacts, adaptive measures, and community-level resilience strategies. Experts from the Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA), Health Department, and environmental organizations shared critical insights on policy frameworks and grassroots responses.
Key highlights of the workshop included:
Technical session on climate change and urban heat islands
Interactive discussion on heat-related illness prevention
Youth-led action plan presentation for heat wave preparedness
Distribution of IEC (Information, Education & Communication) materials for community awareness
This workshop was part of Project Point Odisha’s larger mission under the Climate Resilience and Youth Leadership Initiative, aiming to build awareness and capacity among youth to tackle climate-induced disasters.
