British Council Organises Activities to Cultivate Climate and Environmental Awareness Among Children
Celebrate World Environment Day with Inspiring Video and Drawing Competitions
New Delhi : British Council, the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, is organising a series of engaging activities aimed at fostering environmental awareness and creativity among children. Inculcating climate and environmental awareness among children is crucial for fostering a sense of responsibility towards the planet. Therefore, educating children about the environment from a young age helps them understand the importance of preserving nature and encourages them to make environmentally conscious decisions throughout their lives.
In celebration of World Environment Day, British Council is committed to fostering a deep understanding and proactive attitude towards environmental sustainability among children. The initiatives include a sustainable environment video competition and a drawing competition.
Video Competition for Children on ‘How Can I Contribute to a Sustainable Environment’
In an effort to empower young minds to become advocates for environmental sustainability, British Council is hosting a video competition for children up to 17 years old. Participants are invited to create videos that showcase their ideas and initiatives for promoting sustainability in their communities. This competition encourages originality, creativity, and impactful storytelling, with a focus on personal contributions to a greener future. The submission deadline is 31 May 2024, and entries should be 2 to 5 minutes and in MP4 or MOV format, recorded on mobile phones. All participants will receive a certificate of participation, and the winning videos will be showcased on the British Council Digital Library platform and in our physical spaces.
Participants may compete individually or in teams of up to 3 members. They can submit their videos via WeTransfer to [email protected] mentioning their name in the subject line. For more details: https://shorturl.at/OWIxT
Kids Day Out: Drawing Competition
On 1 June, British Council will transform the children’s zone in its library into a vibrant drawing space, inviting young artists to express their creativity on the theme “My Ideal Planet”. This event provides a fantastic opportunity for children up to age 17 years to display their artwork, which will be exhibited in the young learner zone of the library. This fun-filled day aims to inspire the next generation to think critically and creatively about environmental issues.
Time: 3.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m.
Location: British Council, 17 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, Delhi
In addition to these competitions, British Council has also curated a display of books related to climate change and environmental sustainability. Available in both the physical and digital libraries starting 1 June, this collection features a diverse range of titles designed to educate and inspire readers of all ages about the importance of environmental stewardship.