A new initiative aimed at reshaping environmental education among young people has been launched in Accra, with a focus on making climate issues more engaging and action-oriented.
The Africa Centre for Nature-Based Climate Action (AC4NCA), in partnership with Eco Games Foundation, has rolled out its Nature-Education Campaign, beginning with a maiden event at Labone Senior High School.
The programme brought together students, teachers and climate advocates for a day of interactive learning, storytelling and eco-themed activities designed to simplify complex environmental concepts.
Organisers say the initiative is designed to move beyond traditional classroom teaching, instead using games, discussions, and visual storytelling to make environmental issues more relatable to young audiences.
“At AC4NCA, we believe that climate action must begin with awareness that is both accessible and engaging,” said Mrs Juliet Osei-Wusu, Ag. Executive Secretary of AC4NCA. “Young people are at the centre of this movement, and through the Nature-Education Campaign, we are equipping them with the knowledge and tools to become environmental stewards in their own communities.”
Activities were led by Eco Games Foundation, with students actively participating in sessions that translated environmental issues into practical, everyday experiences.
According to Eco Games Foundation Project Lead, Eugenia Narh, the campaign’s approach is rooted in participation and creativity.
“Young people learn best when they are actively involved,” she said. “By integrating environmental themes into games and group activities, we are not only educating them but also making the learning process enjoyable and memorable. This helps deepen their understanding and encourages them to take action.”
Mr Gideon Andorful, a tutor at Labone Senior High School, also praised the initiative for enhancing student engagement and bringing environmental topics to life.
“This programme has brought environmental education to life for our students,” Mr Andorful said. “It goes beyond theory and allows them to see how climate issues affect their daily lives, while also empowering them to be part of the solution.”
Project Lead for Africa Centre for Nature-Based Climate Action, Emmanuel Ameyaw, said the campaign is part of a broader effort to promote nature-based solutions and strengthen climate literacy across Ghana. He added that by grounding global environmental issues in local realities, the initiative aims to foster a sense of responsibility and ownership among participants.
Students who participated were encouraged to adopt practical actions such as proper waste management, tree planting and peer-to-peer awareness within their communities.
The partnership between AC4NCA and Eco Games reflects a growing recognition of the need for collaborative approaches to climate education—combining policy expertise with innovative youth engagement strategies.
With plans to extend the campaign to more schools and communities, organisers say they hope to nurture a generation that is not only informed about environmental issues but also actively engaged in addressing them.
