Young people around the world are raising their voices for the environment more than ever before. It’s vital that an appreciation of the intrinsic value of nature is cultivated in young people in order to bring forth the next generation of passionate conservationists.
The Pan African Conservation Education (PACE) Project is Tusk’s education programme which was launched in 2006, in partnership with Siren Conservation Education. PACE supports conservation and sustainability education, providing ideas, information and training for teachers and learners across Africa.
PACE was started after we helped installed a basic water pump system in northern Kenya, to provide a clean and reliable water source. We saw how sharing details of this inexpensive, simple solution was needed and embraced.
Video content is a vital educational tool and a cornerstone of PACE’s approach. Building on the original 32 films created when the programme was launched, we are excited to share the release of a new PACE film about the benefits of clean and healthy environments.
The new film, ‘Solid Waste Management’. shares the progress Shela Environmental Residents Group (SERG) in Kenya, has made over the last few years, transforming their beaches, streets and public areas from spaces to be simply tolerated into clean and healthy places to be proud of.
In collaboration with Lamu Marine Conservation Trust (LaMCoT) and Africa Underwater, this film shares ideas to help you solve your own local waste management challenges, as well as inspiration for alternative ways to recycle waste, such as creating vibrant artwork.
The results have been influential in creating better hygiene and sanitation for the people living in the local village. The environment has also benefited and subsequently, visitor numbers have improved, providing more money into the local community.
You can view this film on our YouTube channel here.
