An early childhood education expert from the Spastic Children's Foundation of Turkey, who participates in the GREEN CHAIN project, gave a lecture at the university, emphasizing the central role of art and creativity in the minds of young people. Students were encouraged to craft toy kitchens from recycled materials and present them to children. This activity drew inspiration from the Green Chain project. The initiative not only nurtures creativity but also underscores the significance of sustainable practices and community engagement in educational institutions.
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Educator of Kara Bobowski (Italy), who participated in the Green Chain project, worked with the young participants from the center La Libellula and the workshop La Coccinella to create a highly sustainable activity! This recycled paper activity produced Christmas cards that showcase the eco-friendly holiday spirit. The collaboration between European volunteers and the local community not only promotes environmental consciousness but also fosters creative and meaningful connections during this festive season.
Clients from Internationaler Bund (Germany) took an active role in implementing a green activity by responsibly disposing of a bottle and glass in the recycling container. Their goal is to enhance recyclability and promote sustainable practices, reflecting a commendable commitment to environmental responsibility. Through such initiatives, the clients contribute to a greener and more eco-conscious community.
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The PSONI organization (Poland) implements various projects. However, other important aspects are not forgotten, such as ecology and a healthy lifestyle. As a continuation of a healthy lifestyle, various sports are encouraged in the organization. Also, couples of friends who focus on sports. The organization believes that only a comprehensive approach can ensure and address sustainable goals.
ALBA (Spain), a participating association in the "Green Chain" project, has initiated green activities aligned with the objectives of sustainability, including good health and well-being, quality education, climate action, and more. Beneficiaries from ALBA have created various visual resources to enhance their engagement in the project, making participation more accessible, enjoyable, and aligned with the project's overarching goals.
The Spastic Children's Foundation of Turkey, participating in the "Green Chain" project, has implemented a green initiative. Experts from the Family Counseling Center crafted a special table with tools, and all the tools and the table are second-hand, indicating they have been used before. They avoided using any new materials, demonstrating their commitment to the environment and their desire to positively impact the lives of children with special needs.
The "Green Chain" project participant the PSONI (Poland) initiated the green activity. The organization has actively implemented green activities, which include taking care of students' plants and nurturing them in the garden. One group has taken a proactive role in plant conservation, providing a unique opportunity for individuals to contribute to the cause. Participants were invited to bring sick or old plants, giving them a second life. This initiative not only emphasizes the importance of environmental stewardship but also promotes a sense of responsibility among our community members. Through these eco-friendly activities, the organization fosters a culture of sustainability and fosters a passion for preserving our natural world.
In a collective decision fueled by recent intense discussions about environmental concerns, the beneficiaries of the organization ESTIA (Greece) took action at Loutsa Beach. Motivated by the shared desire to address the damage, they armed themselves with bags and gloves to embark on a mission: to collect as much rubbish as possible. The commitment to environmental responsibility is fortified by the inspiration provided by the Green Chain project, in which the organization participated.
The "Green Chain" project participant the Spastic Children's Foundation of Turkey (Turkey) initiated the green activity. Students repurposed waste materials for classroom games, creating bird feeders and nests from items like toilet paper rolls and metal cans. Hanging these eco-friendly creations in the school garden, the students demonstrated resourcefulness while contributing to local ecology. These additions provide a welcoming habitat for birds to nest and feed, fostering environmental awareness and engaging students in sustainable practices.
The "Green Chain" project participant the Spastic Children's Foundation of Turkey (Turkey) initiated the green activity. Students contributed to sustainability by repurposing worn clothes for a creative project, and crafting imaginative puppets that serve as both an eco-friendly alternative for classroom activities and a testament to their ingenuity. This initiative not only encourages resourcefulness but also highlights the importance of upcycling in a fun and educational manner, promoting environmental responsibility and fostering artistic expression.
The "Green Chain" project participant the association ALBA (Spain) initiated the activity focused on elucidating the 17 sustainable development goals. That is a crucial step in fostering awareness and commitment to global sustainability. Going beyond traditional methods, the organization incorporated interactive educational games centered around these goals. The incorporation of such interactive elements not only deepened the understanding of sustainability but also made the educational process engaging and memorable.
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The "Green Chain" project participant JDC (Lithuania) initiated the green activity in Nature. As part of JDC's commitment to social responsibility, we raked the autumn leaves and ensured proper composting. Additionally, we plan to reuse the bags that we used to carry the leaves next year.
On a more or less sunny day in November, some clients from Internationaler Bund (Germany) came together to build a hedgehog house in the garden of the residential home of Internationaler Bund in Bommersheim. This activity was implemented in the frame of the Green Chain project. The photos speak their own language, the clients were very engaged from planning to construction and the perfect thing was that we could get some usually rather passive clients into our action. Let's hope that a hedgehog finds his way to the beautiful home we built.
The "Green Chain" project participant ALMA (Greece) initiated the green laboratory activity. Pre-vocational programs for youth with intellectual disabilities are becoming greener! ALMA started making handmade soap packaging from 100% recyclable materials, flour and glue. It turns trash into reusables.
The "Green Chain" project participant Jaunuolių dienos centras (Lithuania) initiated the green training. Service users all together discussed how each of us can act sustainably and how we could improve the future.
The "Green Chain" project participant Kara Bobowski (Italy), spearheaded the sustainability initiative for the organization's volunteers. This activity is anticipated to bring benefits throughout their 12-month stay. Assisted by tools from ALEA Ambiente, the volunteers engaged in a simulation of waste separation using everyday consumer products.
The "Green Chain" project participant in JDC (Lithuania) initiated the fashion show “When Style Meets Sustainability". The models were prepared from secondary raw materials.