YOUTH EMPOWERMENT THROUGH AWARENESS SESSIONS IN THE MED BASIN

The project aims to organizes interactive awareness sessions in schools across Spain and France to educate children about the Mediterranean Sea ecosystem, species, and the threats it faces. Using scientific data, the sessions also combine games and quizzes to engage students and highlight the ocean’s role.

The primary objective is to educate and engage schoolchildren on the importance of ocean conservation, particularly focusing on the Mediterranean Sea. By fostering a sense of responsibility and connection to the marine environment, the project aims to inspire future generations to take active roles in ocean preservation. The initiative seeks to:
1. Increase understanding of the Mediterranean ecosystem and raise awareness of the specific threats facing the Mediterranean and broader oceans.
2. Promote scientific literacy by using real-time data from credible sources, linking students to the scientific community.

The project directly contributes to Objective II of Mission Ocean by raising awareness among schoolchildren in Spain and France about pollution in the Mediterranean Sea, including plastic waste, overfishing, and chemical pollution. Through interactive sessions that utilize real scientific data, students learn about the impact of pollution on marine ecosystems and human societies.
By educating future generations, the project supports the Mission's goal to prevent and reduce pollution and connect citizens with the ocean. The interactive format empowers students to become informed actors in ocean conservation, fostering a sense of ownership over environmental issues and inspiring them to contribute to the European Green Deal goals.

The project aims to deliver 30 awareness sessions in schools across Spain and France, engaging approximately 750-900 students (assuming an average class size of 25-30 students per session.