Harold Porter NBG: Awareness-raising Initiatives
Celebration of Environmental Days / Weeks
Events are planned to celebrate the following six environmental days/ weeks during the 2011 - 2012 financial year:
- World Wetlands Day
- World Water Day
- Biodiversity Day
- World Environmental Day
- Arbor Week
- Marine Week
The details of the events are still being planned but will be facilitated in the Garden as well as in schools and the community. They will involve relevant partnership organizations and stakeholders. These events aim to develop meaningful environmental awareness and learning, resulting in some form of environmental action.
Exhibitions and Expos
Two exhibitions are being planned for the 2011 / 2012 financial year. These will aim to increase the public's awareness of biodiversity issues, SANBI's work in general and the Biodiversity Education and Empowerment Directorate's work in particular.
Careers Programme
The HPNBG Biodiversity Education and Empowerment unit's stand at the annual HPNBG Biofest is focused on showcasing various careers in biodiversity. In addition, a career programme is being planned which will include workshops for educators and afford learners opportunities to engage with people currently employed within the biodiversity sector.
Holiday Programmes
Look out for the planned holiday programmes. These fun and interactive activities will keep your children busy in a productive way during holiday periods and at the same time educate them about important environmental issues.