About KEL
To drive transformative change in environmental education, Civic Exchange introduces the Key Environmental Education Leaders (KEL) as part of the Community Empowerment initiative. This year’s KEL programme is supported by the Education Bureau, along with other educational and environmental organisations. The KEL Programme aims to translate Civic Exchange’s research into actionable climate strategies, foster widespread public support for climate initiatives, and empower the education community in introducing education sustainable development agenda in their own network. After the completion of this project, a recommendation for sustainable environmental education will be drafted and submitted to the Education Bureau.
By establishing a robust network, KEL will effectively integrate research findings into practical climate actions and sustainable development agendas within the education sector. The initiative is also focused on building extensive public support and generating enthusiasm for positive climate and biodiversity outcomes. Ultimately, KEL seeks to create a dynamic platform for advancing climate action and aligning environmental education with global sustainability goals.
Programme Summary
Over a span of three months, the KEL Programme offers educators comprehensive training on four key topics: decarbonisation, nature-based solutions, sustainable consumption, and waste management. Participants will engage in four interactive online learning sessions designed to deepen their understanding of these areas and explore practical applications.
In addition to the online modules, the programme includes trial workshops, where educators can experience hands-on activities such as various card games that simulate climate science, biodiversity, and waste scenarios, as well as eye-opening site visits related to the four topics.
This blend of online learning, workshops, and informational resources is crafted to equip educators with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively teach and inspire their students about environmental sustainability.
Decarbonisation
Understand the connection between human activities and climate change, its impact on society, and potential solutions
Sustainable Consumption
Understand how our daily lives impact the natural environment in terms of carbon and other footprints
Nature-based Solutions
Recognise the importance of nature in climate action and how to promote school environmental education through outdoor ecological education and high-efficiency teaching and learning methods
Waste Management
Discover how the circular economy can be the ultimate solution for a sustainable Hong Kong, characterised by minimal waste and a thriving economy
BENEFITS FOR EDUCATORS
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Receive evidence-based self-learning information pack that provides concise and engaging introductions to climate science and four key topics
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Connect with climate change and sustainability experts from policy makers, NGOs, and the private sector
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Participate in engaging site visits that could be potential opportunities for future school excursions
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Receive a Key Environmental Education Leader Certificate
BENEFITS FOR SCHOOLS
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Opportunity to visit the Legislative Council and interact with members of the Panel on Environmental Affairs
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Request a free environmental school talk from sustainability and/or environment experts
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Participating schools will be prioritised for the Hong Kong 2050 is Now Young Environmental Ambassador Programme, which aims to nurture leadership skills and project management capabilities, encourage early career planning, and prepare for future education or employment opportunities
Programme Rundown
Date: 4 October 2024 (Friday)
Time: 4:00 - 5:15pm
Location: ZOOM Webinar
Former Head of the Observatory, Mr Lam Chiu Ying, will deliver a presentation on climate science, while former Secretary for the Environment, Mr Wong Kam Sing, will present on Hong Kong’s decarbonisation efforts. A Q&A session will follow.
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Fee: FREE
Requirements: Secondary and primary school principals, vice-principals and teachers.
Intake: there is no limit for the webinar, but workshop participation is capped at 25 participants. Priority will be given to those who can attend all in-person workshops
Language: Cantonese supplemented by English.
Funding organisations
Education partner and co-organiser
Supporting Organisations
