Roots of Resilience
21 June 2026 - 21 June 2026
2:00–3:30 pm
Region(s): Wellington
Type(s): presentations
Climate anxiety is becoming increasingly common, particularly among people who care deeply about the future of the environment and society.
This thoughtful Conservation Kōrero explores how we can navigate uncertainty without becoming consumed by fear, helplessness or burnout. Through reflections on resilience, values and the restorative effects of nature, Dr Ivan Lin discusses how confidence can emerge from staying present and taking meaningful action aligned with what matters most.
About the speaker
Dr Lin is a medical doctor, speaker and workshop facilitator with experience delivering public and professional wellbeing programmes focused on resilience, emotional wellbeing and the relationship between people and the natural world.
Venue
This event will be held in the Pāteke Room in the Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne Visitor Centre with light refreshments provided. Doors open at 1:45 pm, parking is available at both the Visitor Centre and overflow parking area on Birdwood Street.
Location: Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne, End of Waiapu Road, Karori, Wellington.
For more information and to book tickets: www.visitzealandia.com/whats-on/conservation-kōrero-roots-of-resilience.
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