Resilient Roots
Delivering nature-based solutions to the impacts of climate change.
Resilent Roots will help councils, community groups and non-profit organisations in North-West England deliver nature-based solutions to the impacts of climate change.
Resilient Roots will offer workshops, events and insights, all supporting organisations to prepare for and respond to growing challenges like flooding and extreme heat. The programme will also inspire policymakers to create more effective support for nature-based solutions – initiatives such as strategic tree planting, park and wetland restoration, and drainage schemes.
The importance of nature-based adaptation
Floods, heatwaves and other extreme weather caused by climate change are a rising threat for UK communities. Nature-based solutions, such as restoring rivers or bringing new green spaces to our cities, are an effective way to keep us safe. These adaptation projects also bring a wide range of other benefits – helping people boost their wellbeing, learn new skills, and connect with their neighbours. Nurturing proven solutions grows resilience in communities, and makes them healthier and happier too.
Could you be a mentor in nature-based adaptation?
A peer-to-peer mentoring initiative will be at the heart of this programme.
We are now searching for mentors with experience in this area: individuals who can give their time in 2025 to support less-experienced organisations on their learning and development journey.
What does it involve?
Each mentee will receive up to three days’ support, and mentors could potentially support multiple mentees.
The day-rate for mentors will be £300 (including VAT). Support can be given in face-to-face meetings and sessions or online, depending on the needs of the mentee organisation.
It is not essential that mentors are based in North-West England, but knowledge of the region would be an advantage.
Further information about the programme and the role of its mentors is in the Resilient Roots Mentor handbook.
How do I get involved?
To be considered for this opportunity, please complete the mentor application form and send it to Matthew Ahluwalia, Senior Programme Officer, Ashden (Matthew.Ahluwalia@ashden.org).
We aim to begin offering mentoring opportunities in March, but may be looking to grow our pool of mentors later in 2025.
Deadline to apply: 31 March 2025
Seeking support to deliver nature-based adaptation?
- Get free access to three days of dedicated support from a nature-based solutions expert. Develop new skills, boost your confidence, and expand your network – helping your organisation create a greater impact.
- Benefit from an external mentor’s fresh perspective and expertise, equipping your organisation with valuable insights to tackle complex challenges more effectively.
Workshops
Ashden will be running a series of workshops bringing together councils, communities, landowners and funders to explore how the North West can build greater resilience to the impacts of climate change.`
25 March 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm
Workshop: Action, funding & mapping for a resilient future
- What ‘no-regret actions’ can be implemented in the region right now
- How to fund nature-based solutions
- Collaborative mapping exercise to uncover nature-based projects
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