Resilience 4 Communities
For residents in Edgeley, nature is an ally. The community understands the climate risks they face and are taking action to enhance their resilience.
Recent heatwaves and rising energy costs have tested households and local services, exposing inequalities but also revealing strengths. The community benefits from robust emergency systems that keep essential services running — from healthcare and transport to communication and education — while strong local networks ensure people stay informed, connected, and supported in times of strain.
Initiatives led by and for the community are already having an impact, preparing the neighbourhood for rising heat, building trust, and shaping a future that serves everyone in Edgeley.
With theResilience 4 Communities program, residents came together with the city to codesign and shape solutions that meet their needs.
Supported by community-base organisations and the private sector, these initiatives are strengthening the community. See what’s happening
Hollywood Park and Park View are being redesigned with local residents to bring more shade, trees, and spaces to gather and rest.
Together, the community and partners are creating small gardens and green corners that make the neighbourhood cooler and more welcoming for everyone.
The WhatIf? Café at Park View keeps opening its doors to more residents as the community’s new Resilience Hub — a place built and led by neighbours to meet, learn and take action together.
Through workshops, gardening and food activities, people are learning how to stay safe during heatwaves and floods while strengthening local connections and care for one another.
People across Edgeley are coming together to guide the next steps for their community’s resilience work.
A new resident-led organisation is being formed to keep projects moving, make decisions locally, and ensure that change lasts for the long term.
