Who the Heat Affects: Understanding the Climate Crisis and Health in Bielefeld
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When heat does not affect everyone equally: Climate crisis from a gender-specific perspective
How does the climate crisis impact different people? The event Who the Heat Affects: The Gender Dimension of the Climate Crisis invites you to the Volkshochschule Bielefeld on November 12, 2026. The focus is on the health effects of heat, social burdens, and the question of which protective measures really help in everyday life.
Heat, Health, and Social Differences
Climate change affects society as a whole, but the risks are not evenly distributed. People who combine professional work and care work or family care are particularly affected. Older people and those living in poverty often experience the effects of high temperatures more intensely.
The evening provides a comprehensible understanding of these connections and focuses on the gender dimension of the climate crisis. It addresses the health impacts of increased temperatures and the conditions under which people experience heat waves.
Knowledge, Protection, and Exchange
The course leaders Dr. Doris Tormann and Regina Jürgens convey background knowledge about the dangers of heat and present appropriate protective measures. The event combines health information with social context and concrete impulses for everyday life.
After the technical part, there will be space for questions and exchanges about possible actions. The atmosphere among the audience thrives on personal conversation: experiences, observations, and practical ideas are given as much space as scientifically grounded information.
An Evening in the Name of Women's Health
The event is part of the series Hidden Knowledge Women's Health, organized by the Municipal Health Conference Bielefeld and the Network Women, Girls, and Health. The Equal Opportunities Office of the City of Bielefeld is designated as the organizer.
Particularly attractive for event planning: The event is free of charge, and no registration is required. This offers an accessible entry point to an important topic between climate protection, health care, social justice, and modern target group communication.
Conclusion: Climate Knowledge that Helps in Everyday Life
Visitors can expect a compact, informative evening with professional impulses, understandable health education, and open exchange. Those who want to better understand the effects of heat and learn about effective protection options will experience a relevant event at the Volkshochschule Bielefeld, directly related to their everyday lives.
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