Educating about biodiversity through direct experience

Project “Taking Action for Local Biodiversity in Switzerland” in connection with the film “The Oak”

Duration2022-2026
LocationsSwitzerland - Geneva, Vaud & Valais
Partners
  • J’aime ma Planète
Project funding
CONTEXT

Children’s disconnection from nature limits their understanding of local biodiversity and their sensitivity to the environment, despite its crucial importance.

Objectives

Enable pupils aged 10 to 12 to (re)connect with the nature around them and inspire them to care for and protect the environment.

Actions
  1. In-class workshop: Pupils explore the concept of biodiversity and deepen their understanding, particularly regarding relationships between living organisms.
  2. Film screening – “The Oak”: Through the film’s stunning imagery, children are introduced to the richness of forest ecosystems.
  3. Forest outing: This day in nature encourages children to reflect on how to preserve this specific habitat and biodiversity more broadly.
  4. Future commitments in class: Through a series of challenges proposed during the forest visit, children make personal pledges to support biodiversity at their own level.
© J'aime ma planète
© J'aime ma planète
© J'aime ma planète
© J'aime ma planète
Partners

Founded in 2006, J’aime ma Planète is an association committed to environmental protection and the transition towards sustainable lifestyles. It offers environmental education programs for schools to help shape the future actors of our society.
Since 2015, J’aime ma Planète has been the official representative in Switzerland of the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) and develops two internationally recognized programs endorsed by UNESCO: Eco-Schools and Young Reporters for the Environment.

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