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partnership and collaboration can
be immensely advantageous. The
primary focus lies in harnessing the
potential of this program for our
youngest learners, thus fostering
mutual synergy and practical
outreach. My ultimate aim is to
accelerate learning for all, with a
particular emphasis on fast-tracking
this program. It’s essential to
remember that our efforts are not can enhance the learning process It’s a reciprocal relationship. What
just for us; they are dedicated to the and promote environmental we exhale, the trees inhale; what
children and the generations yet to awareness. In summary, our the trees exhale, we inhale. This
come. collaboration with DEVI Sansthan interconnectedness underscores our
and the ALfA program aims to shared destiny with the trees.
One vision that resonates strongly nurture a generation that not only When we harm the environment,
with me is the idea of collaborating comprehends sustainability but such as by cutting down trees,
to scale up this program rapidly. I also passionately strives to build a it’s not just the trees that suffer;
aspire to shine a spotlight on DEVI more environmentally conscious and we suffer too. Consider that only
Sansthan and the ALfA method as sustainable future. 200 years ago, we could safely
a leading platform for swift literacy drink water from our rivers.
and mathematics acquisition that MH: Can you provide details on any Today, the availability of clean,
we can introduce to the world right future plans or projects related to fresh water is severely limited.
now. My objective is to identify a climate education and sustainability Similarly, our food choices impact
suitable avenue to present this at that your school and DEVI Sansthan us directly. Consuming poisoned
COP 28 in Dubai. Additionally, I our progress and celebrate our integrate climate consciousness part of nature’s intricate system. may be working on together? or contaminated food means
am committed to revisiting my past collective efforts. Imagine capturing and sustainability into a broader Children often possess an intuitive introducing those toxins into
experiences in Egypt and the legacy an image of children holding up framework. understanding of these concepts. IMS: Our focus on education is our bodies, essentially harming
of COP 27 in Sharm El Sheikh, which their hands like a moon, counting Additionally, introducing the idea of centered on a global perspective, ourselves.
took place last year. their achievements—a powerful It’s essential to recognize that Earth as a spherical, globe-shaped emphasizing the critical need
symbol of our shared commitment the SDGs are not linear, isolated entity akin to a handball, football, for environmental awareness Therefore, promoting ecological
Regarding the concrete objectives to education. targets but rather interdependent or volleyball at an early stage and sustainability. We view food choices, ensuring access to
of our partnership and collaboration components of a larger ecosystem. encourages bigger-picture thinking environmental pollution as a form clean water, and advocating for
with DEVI Sansthan, there is a MH: In what ways do you believe I often refer to a cake diagram to and fosters a global perspective. of violence, one that affects not clean air are fundamental issues of
compelling visual and creative this collaboration will contribute illustrate the interconnectedness Compassion is a crucial aspect of only our planet but also human equal rights. These concerns extend
goal in mind. I envision a monthly to a more sustainable and of these goals. For young learners, this education, teaching children lives. Tragically, we witness far beyond the borders of specific
milestone tied to the full moon. My environmentally conscious future? understanding this concept can to love nature, each other, and countless people succumbing to the countries like India or Brazil; they
hope is that every child involved begin with the simple act of planting themselves, recognizing that human consequences of air pollution every pertain to the well-being of all living
in the ALfA method’s literacy and IMS: The World Climate School seeds. The metaphor of planting beings are inherently a part of year. To address this pressing issue, beings on Earth.
mathematics programs will gaze at holds a deep concern for the urgent seeds and nurturing their growth nature. it is imperative that we educate
the moon and proudly declare their “code red” situation our planet faces fosters a fundamental connection our children about the profound In conclusion, our shared
dedication to eradicating illiteracy. with regards to climate change. to nature. Beyond this, experiential Our approach emphasizes instilling connection between all living beings commitment to climate education
I want them to look up at the moon Our mission is to explore how learning takes students outdoors, joy and playfulness in children, and the natural world. and sustainability involves fostering
with a sense of achievement and humanity can adapt and collectively encouraging them to explore parks as these emotions are vital for a deep appreciation for the
commitment, saying, “A thousand find solutions. Within this context, and appreciate the natural world, engaging them in meaningful We firmly believe that unless we environment, nurturing a sense of
more children are part of the the Sustainable Development including the importance of clean learning experiences. Effective nurture this understanding in the interconnectedness, and advocating
program,” or even, “Ten thousand Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal #4 air, green spaces, and water. teacher training is pivotal in hearts and minds of our youth, we for the basic rights of clean air,
more have joined us.” This tangible (Quality Education) and Goal #13 achieving this goal. Moreover, may not succeed in safeguarding water, and ecological food for
goal, rooted in mathematics and (Climate Action), are not isolated Even a glass of water can serve as we believe in integrating sports our planet’s future. The concept is everyone, regardless of geographic
facilitated by the ALfA method, objectives but intricately interlinked. a meditation for young children, and the arts into education in a simple: what we release into the location.
would be an inspiring way to track To truly attain Goal #4, we must helping them grasp that water is playful manner, as these mediums environment affects us directly.

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