Painting Today for a Sustainable Planet Tomorrow
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COMPATT A.E.
Objective Action
The initiative titled “Painting Today for a Sustainable Planet Tomorrow” was designed with a clear mission: to cultivate environmental empathy and ecological awareness among primary school children. Through an original and creative educational approach – a student art competition – the action aimed to strengthen young people’s understanding of circular economy principles, recycling, and responsible resource management. Ultimately, the goal was to nurture a new culture of environmental responsibility, beginning in classrooms and extending into the wider local community.
Target Audience
The initiative was primarily addressed to students in Grades 1 to 6 of primary schools in the Municipality of Kifisia. Additionally, the initiative had a secondary but powerful impact on teachers, families, and the broader local community, generating a ripple effect and fostering collective awareness and participation in sustainable practices.
Duration
September – November 2024 (approx. 3 months total duration).
Description
This innovative action combined environmental education with artistic creativity and experiential engagement. At the heart of the initiative was a visual arts competition, where children were invited to illustrate their personal vision of a sustainable future using their imagination and creativity.
Prior to participating in the competition, students attended interactive educational workshops designed and delivered by the environmental agency Nowaste 21. These in-school sessions were tailored to the students' age groups and introduced key sustainability concepts – such as circular economy, responsible consumption, and the value of reuse and recycle– through play-based and participatory methods.
The final stage of the initiative included the evaluation of submissions and the organization of an awards ceremony. This event served as both the culmination of the educational journey and a celebration of environmental values, with participation from students, families, teachers, and local officials.
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Impact on Society
The initiative achieved strong measurable results:
- Over 2,000 students participated in the educational sessions, gaining essential knowledge on sustainability and circular economy topics.
- Over 600 of artworks were submitted, each expressing powerful environmental messages, reflecting students' understanding and engagement with the topics.
The final award ceremony was a true community celebration, bringing together students, parents, educators, and local stakeholders in support of a shared environmental vision.
The educational and social impact of the initiative was substantial, reinforcing key sustainability principles through creative expression and active learning.
Initiative Location
Municipality of Kifisia – local primary schools and cultural venue for the awards ceremony.
Working with Organization
The initiative was implemented through strategic collaboration with:
- The Municipality of Kifisia, which offered institutional and operational support and facilitated the engagement of local schools.
- The environmental agency Nowaste 21, which provided scientific and educational expertise, taking charge of designing and delivering the environmental learning sessions.
This strong multi-stakeholder partnership enhanced the quality, impact, and visibility of the initiative across the community.
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Workers Participation
The action was made possible thanks to the active involvement of COMBATT A.E. staff, who supported the organization and communication of the initiative. Additionally, the dedicated participation of the NoWaste21 educational team – in both the planning and delivery stages – contributed significantly to the initiative’s success,
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Benefits for Οrganization
The initiative contributed significantly to:
- Enhancing COMBATT A.E.’s awareness and outreach activities, showcasing its commitment to promoting solutions that foster sustainability and innovation.
- Cultivating communication channels with the educational community and local society, establishing relationships of trust and collaboration.
- Increasing the organization's recognition as a responsible social stakeholder.
- Generating a positive social impact, through broad publicity and positioning the organization as a pioneer in the field of environmental education.
Connection with Global Goals
