Education | Community
Environmental Awareness
Location
Period
2024 – 2025
Partnership
Total number of schools engaged
Total number of students reached
Please note: These statistics are quoted from project inception to end of April 2025
Project Objective:
This outreach initiative is centred around environmental education among children between the ages of 2- 13 and aims to foster increased environmental awareness and an affinity towards nature and the conservation of our planet and its many wonders.
The project further more aims to catalyse the realisation of individual contribution and impact, empowering the future generation with the mindset that they can make a difference and enabling the environmental ambassadors of tomorrow.
Project Implementation:
Outreach initiatives in the form of school visits, activities and outings are conducted throughout the year with children and teachers from several rural schools located within the GCBR region.
GCBR will engage with learners and support teachers to create environmental awareness and take a proactive towards protecting the natural environment.
Based on national and international environmental days; appropriate educational talks, interactive demonstrations, participatory activities and meaningful outings are shared with learners.
This project covers a diverse range of activities and outings, from planting indigenous trees, beach clean-ups, upcycle craft activities, establishing food gardens, citizen science and much more.
The value of the activities, outings and interactions that the learners will experience cannot be under-estimated as some learners have never been beyond the borders of their villages; in this way nature can become that catalyst to positive new experiences and perspectives.
Inheems Art Initiative
Launched in 2023, the Inheems Art Initiative invites teenagers living or studying in the Hessequa region to participate in an annual art competition. Centred around the theme of celebrating natural and cultural heritage, the initiative aims to inspire young artists to connect with and advocate for the unique treasures of their environment and community.
Through this initiative, emerging artists are provided with a platform to showcase their talent at an annual public exhibition. This not only fosters a deeper appreciation for the region’s biodiversity and cultural richness but also encourages environmental awareness and a strong sense of identity.
Workshops offered as part of the programme equip participants with valuable skills, nurturing their artistic growth and personal development. Beyond individual benefits, the initiative seeks to unite the community in a shared celebration of creativity and conservation, demonstrating the powerful role of art in driving meaningful conversations about environmental and cultural stewardship.