Sheila Shefo Mbira, the head of Mama Doing Good and the First Lady’s Masingira Awards, discussed the importance of leveraging education for climate action. She outlined that climate action includes efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to climate change impacts, and promote sustainability practices. This approach needs to be integrated at various levels, from individual and community initiatives to institutional and global efforts. Sheila emphasized the necessity of engaging young people in climate action, as they are significantly impacted by climate change and should be seen as crucial allies in addressing it.
Sheila highlighted the role of education in fostering climate action, stressing the need to incorporate climate change awareness into both formal and informal education. This includes creating knowledge, changing attitudes, and empowering individuals to take informed actions. The First Lady's Masingira Awards, a national annual competition in Kenya, aims to promote environmental consciousness and climate readiness among young learners through creative expression and hands-on learning. The initiative involves collaboration with multiple stakeholders, including the Kenyan Ministries of Education and Environment, to integrate climate change into the curriculum and support activities like tree planting and climate literacy programs. This comprehensive approach aims to equip young learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to address environmental challenges and promote sustainability for a greener future.
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