During the week of 22 July 2024, the Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability (PIBS) team actively engaged the community through a series of enriching educational activities, demonstrating their commitment to environmental education.
A key highlight was an online workshop titled “Echolocation: The Language of Bats,” presented by Professor Zuhair Amr from Jordan University of Science and Technology. This workshop, which was attended by 18 participants both in person and online, explored the fascinating world of bats and their unique communication methods, thereby deepening the participants’ understanding of biodiversity. These workshops are conducted almost weekly and are targeted at an email list of all relevant biodiversity stakeholders.
In addition to the workshop, the PIBS team organized a visit to Cremisan for 26 from Miss Shadia’s Library Summer Camp. This visit focused on healthy eating and the benefits of using land for food production. The children participated in games about fruits and vegetables and then made and enjoyed a salad together. This hands-on experience emphasized the importance of nutritious eating and sustainable land use.
As part of their ongoing educational efforts, PIBS also hosted a weekly activity for 15 children ages 6-12 on the occasion of World Nature Conservation Day. This activity featured interactive clay modeling, where children created shapes of animals and plants, fostering a deeper connection to nature through art.
Furthermore, the Palestine Museum of Natural History (PMNH) hosted a summer camp visit for 25 children from the Center for Continuing Education Summer Camp. During this visit, children explored the PMNH’s natural history and ethnography exhibits, as well as the botanical garden. This immersive experience provided the children with a unique opportunity to connect with nature and learn about environmental stewardship through engaging and enjoyable activities.
Through these diverse educational initiatives, PIBS continues to enhance the community’s understanding and appreciation of environmental conservation.
