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The need to mitigate the effect of Climate Change and create a more sustainable future for all cannot be overemphasized.
This was the bedrock of the discussion at the Climate Action Student’s Conference organized by the S.M.I.L.E young leaders (Change Champions and Mentees) of Lanre Awolokun High School on Monday May 13, 2024 with 110 students from 10 public secondary schools in Education District II, Lagos present.
The first session on the Role of Young People in Climate Action by Mrs Abiola Alabi, a teacher and Climate Action Educator was highly educative. This session captured practical ways students can turn waste to wealth using materials such as pet bottles, cartons and so on. The step by step approach in the making of the Ottoman from waste materials by Mrs Alabi was a high point for the students.
Also present at the event was Mr M.O Bankole, a Director at the Ministry of Environment and Water Resources. In his remarks, he explained the concept of Climate Change as the long-term warming of the planet caused by an increase in green-house gases in the atmosphere. He cited simple ways the students can get involved through upcycling, planting of vegetables, avoid wasting water and so on. He charged the students to be Climate Change Advocates.
Profound gratitude to the Change Champions of Lanre Awolokun High School for organizing such an enlightening program for their peers.
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