Across the world, the frequency and impact of flooding is intensifying due in part to climate change, development and land use changes, and other factors. Impacts are felt most strongly by vulnerable communities that may not have the resources or support necessary to mitigate and adapt to these ongoing hazards.   Flooding events can cause ecological and economic harm, and impact infrastructure and human health.  Mitigation and prevention strategies must address the vulnerabilities of communities living in flood-prone areas in order to affect lasting change and build resiliency.  This session explores collaboration between researchers and communities to address the complexities of flood risk and impacts.  We welcome contributions describing collaborations between researchers and communities, tools or models that could be used by communities experiencing flooding, health assessments, disaster planning, outreach materials or other examples of applied science that incorporate the needs and perspectives of residents whose lives are affected by flooding. 

• H - Hydrology
• NH - Natural Hazards