EIU Best Practice No. 33 : Shaping an Action-Oriented Learning Community for Sustainable Development

This case study is one of the 2013 EIU Best Practice series selected by APCEIU. The case is about the programme titled ‘Shaping an Action-Oriented Learning Community for Sustainable Development’ implemented by Ganga International School in India. It was initiated considering the urgent need to conserve the environment and preserve the resources locally as well as globally. It aimed to instill a sense of judicious use of resources, especially among the youngsters for promoting environmental awareness. Also, the programme sets out to eliminate the rampant apathy towards environmental issues, especially pollution, waste management and misuse and overuse of resources. It is a unique learning experience which attempts to stimulate children’s curiosity and care for the environment.