By Josiah Williams
December 10, 2024
The Mangrove Corner project has officially launched, aiming to enhance education on mangroves and environmental conservation among students across Guyana.
The initiative includes the establishment of mangrove library corners in schools and the distribution of interactive resources, such as Mangrove Restoration and The Wonderful World of Mangroves activity booklets.
The programme, introduced at the Mangrove Centre in Mon Repos, seeks to engage communities through collaborations with local voluntary groups, Neighborhood Democratic Councils (NDCs), and Regional Democratic Councils (RDCs).
It focuses on educating the next generation about the importance of mangrove conservation for environmental sustainability.
To complement the initiative, a Mangrove Awareness Bus has been procured to facilitate field trips and exchange programmes, improving accessibility to hands-on learning experiences.
The project is funded by the ExxonMobil Foundation and is being executed by the Iwokrama International Centre and Environmental Management Consultants (EMC) Guyana.
EMC Director Shyam Nokta highlighted the increasing efforts in mangrove conservation and the significance of partnerships in sustaining these initiatives.
The National Library has also partnered with the programme, ensuring that schools in Regions 2, 4, 5, 6, and 10 will benefit from the mangrove library corners.
Additionally, a new teacher’s resource manual is under development and is scheduled for launch next year.
This initiative underscores a collaborative approach to environmental education, equipping schools and communities with the tools to foster greater awareness and action in mangrove conservation.