Empowering Girls and Boys Equally
Date: January 11, 2024
Participants: Islamabad Model College, Chak Shehzad (girls 43, boys 38)
This interactive session, hosted by Climate Class Connection (CCC) and the Pakistan Coalition for Education, aimed to empower boys and girls equally in the face of climate challenges. Students engaged in hands-on activities, brainstorming sessions, and gender-specific discussions, deepening their understanding of climate change’s impact on education and gender equity. The event, led by trainer Nouman Alam, encouraged practical solutions for addressing climate issues in schools and communities.
Impact:
The session fostered environmental advocacy, with students recognizing their role in combating climate change. Participants left inspired to promote sustainable practices and continue the conversation in their schools. Gender-specific discussions emphasized the unique challenges faced by girls, fostering empathy and broader inclusion in climate activism
Climate Change and its Impact on Girls' Education
Date: January 29, 2024
Participants: 60 students from Girls Public School, G12, Islamabad
This event, led by CCC founder Nouman Alam and environmental scientist Zainab Zahid, focused on empowering girls through climate education. Activities included weather discussions, air pollution puzzles, and brainstorming sessions, allowing students to explore the intersection of climate change and education. The event emphasized the importance of girls leading sustainable behaviors in their communities.
Impact:
Students were inspired to become climate advocates, integrating environmental themes into their academic and personal lives. The event strengthened their resolve to champion climate resilience, raising awareness on how climate change disproportionately affects girls’ education. The session laid the groundwork for future climate education programs at the school level.
School and University Youth Join Forces for Peace and Climate Education and resilience
Date: February 2024
Participants: 90 youth from Quaid-i-Azam University and local public schools, Islamabad
This collaborative event brought university and school students together to explore climate education, social change, and peace-building. Led by university student panelists, discussions centered on intergenerational dialogue, social media’s role in empathy, and inclusivity in schools. Students then brainstormed community projects and social media initiatives.
Impact:
The event sparked collaboration between diverse groups, showcasing the power of youth-led initiatives for positive social change. School students were inspired to take part in advocacy roles, while university participants gained new perspectives on community engagement. This laid the foundation for ongoing partnerships between schools and universities for climate education.
Learning for Lasting Peace
Date: March 2024
Participants: 80 participants (45 females, 35 males) from Barakahu and Tarnol schools
CCC’s event brought together students, teachers, parents, and community members to discuss peace, tolerance, and sustainability. Through panel discussions, an art exhibition, and group activities, participants explored the role of education in fostering social cohesion. Parents and educators contributed valuable insights into how communities can unite to promote peace.
Impact:
Students learned the importance of social cohesion, while teachers and parents collaborated to support peaceful and inclusive communities. The event’s art exhibition and interactive activities engaged participants in creative dialogue, promoting empathy and mutual respect. Government support through ministry officials further solidified the event’s influence on local peace-building efforts.
Empowering Communities for Climate Action
Students, teachers, parents, and community members of Girls Public School, G12, Islamabad
Led by a local youth climate champion, this event focused on raising climate awareness and encouraging sustainable practices. Students engaged in hands-on activities like waste management exercises, while parents participated in discussions about supporting climate education. The event also included a street campaign to promote responsible waste disposal.
Impact:
This grassroots initiative empowered both youth and adults to become active participants in climate action. The street campaign fostered a sense of community pride, and students were inspired to adopt sustainable practices in their daily lives. Teachers also integrated climate education into the curriculum for continued impact.
Fostering Social Cohesion
Participants: 50 students from Islamabad Model School for Girls
Focused on the theme of unity in diversity, this event used engaging activities like the “Human Knot” icebreaker to highlight the importance of teamwork and social cohesion. Students also created charts and delivered speeches on how inclusivity can foster a harmonious society. Discussions centered on social media’s role in promoting tolerance.
Impact:
Students gained a deeper understanding of the positive effects of social cohesion, learning how to overcome divisions in society. The event encouraged critical thinking, teamwork, and the use of social media for fostering inclusivity. The school pledged to continue these efforts through future student-led initiatives and campaigns.
Girls Lead Climate Action at Climate Bhethak
96 Local elders, teachers, and girls from Maira Behwal Village, Islamabad
The “Climate Bhethak” event was a groundbreaking initiative where young girls led discussions on climate challenges, deforestation, and sustainability. In a rare cultural shift, senior male citizens sat with girls and women, listening to their ideas and solutions. The girls urged community elders to take action against deforestation.
Impact:
The event marked a pivotal shift in gender roles, with girls taking the lead in climate advocacy. Elders, moved by the girls’ determination, donated plants for community drives and committed to monthly Climate Bhethaks. This initiative has empowered girls to continue advocating for environmental protection, breaking cultural barriers.
A Transformative Session in Khanewal, Punjab
96 Local elders, teachers, and girls from Maira Behwal Village, Islamabad
In a recent initiative led by our Climate Educator, Ms. Maryam, a private school in Khanewal, Punjab, became a vibrant space for climate action. Ms. Maryam guided students through a climate art activity, where they expressed their understanding of the local impacts of climate change. This creative process was followed by a group activity that encouraged students to reflect on how climate change affects their community and, more importantly, what actions they could take to reduce plastic waste in their school.
Impact:
The session empowered students to think critically about their role in creating a sustainable future, making them active participants in the fight against environmental degradation.