Operation of the Comprehensive Environmental Education Program 'Jongno Environmental School'

Proceeding with themes such as 'Climate Crisis,' 'Water,' and 'Resource Recycling'... First 50 applicants accepted

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Jongno-gu (Mayor Kim Young-jong) will operate environmental humanities lectures and family-oriented experiential activity programs starting in September to help residents recognize the importance of environmental conservation and put it into action.

First, the comprehensive environmental education program, Jongno Environmental School, which links lectures, experiences, and practice, will be held every Monday at 2 p.m. from September 21 to October 26 at the Gu Office Hanuri Hall.

The program consists of a total of six sessions and is open to any residents interested in the environment. It covers topics such as ▲climate crisis ▲water ▲resource recycling ▲food ▲energy ▲sustainable development, proceeding with a first part of thematic lectures followed by a second part of experiential practice.

Meaningful activities will include learning how to smartly dispose of waste, making simple air purifiers for fine dust, and creating hand sanitizers using EM. However, to prevent the spread of COVID-19 infection, lectures may be replaced by online classes.

Applications are being accepted through the Gu Office website, the Sustainable City Team’s phone, and email. When applying via email (sbj0209@seoul.go.kr), applicants must provide their name, date of birth, contact information, and address.

The number of participants is limited to the first 50 applicants, and the course is free of charge. Those who attend at least four sessions will be awarded a certificate of completion.

Additionally, Jongno-gu has prepared the 'Jongno Love Family Environmental School' program to learn about the outdoor ecosystems around us. It is expected to be a meaningful time for families to personally experience the excellent natural environment in the area and participate in volunteer activities.

The program consists of three sessions. The first session, held on September 19 at Samcheong Park, will focus on ‘Installing Artificial Nest Boxes for Birds.’ The second session, on October 10, will take place at Marronnier Park and Naksan Park, where participants will learn ‘Plant Species Exploration and Drawing.’ The final third session, on November 14, will be held at Suseongdong Valley, involving participation in ‘Prohibition of Feeding Wild Animals and Food Sharing Activities.’

The program runs from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. each session and targets families with elementary and middle school children residing in the area. Guardian accompaniment is mandatory, and 10 families per session will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants will be granted 3 hours of volunteer time through the 1365 Volunteer Portal.

Applications open one month before each session’s activity date via the Jongno-gu Environmental Education Center website.

Mayor Kim Young-jong stated, “This environmental school class has enhanced the professionalism and quality of education through the first business cooperation with the ‘Green Environmental Education Center,’ designated as the Seoul Jongno-gu Green Environmental Education Center.” He added, “With the serious abnormal climate phenomena compounded by COVID-19, the importance of environmental protection has increased even more. We will continue to open environmental education programs and create sustainable policies that residents can feel in their daily lives.”

Jongno-gu Environment Department

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