Presenting a tableau, the SEF School Children highlighted the essence of Environmental Day, inspiring participants with their creative performance
Sanghar, Sindh
Presenting a tableau, the SEF School Children highlighted the essence of Environmental Day, inspiring participants with their creative performance at an event organized by Strengthening Participatory Organization (SPO), under the NCA-funded “Faith in Action for Sustainable Climate Resilience” project on June 5, 2024.
During the event, women shared their innovative initiatives such as Energy-Efficient Stoves, Nari Climate Enterprise, Large-Scale Tree Planting and Kitchen Garden. They exchanged of ideas and raised a deeper understanding of the importance of land restoration and the development of strategies for desertification and drought resilience.
Six awards were given to women from WSHG of NCA funded project and other role models/ environment contributors who contributed to environmental protection in Sanghar district. These role models were recognized for raising their voices and supporting an eco-friendly environment.
This year’s theme, “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience,” echoed throughout the event, which saw active participation from various stakeholders including the District Administration Sanghar, DDMA and Early Warning System, WSHG Sanghar, Girls from schools, Forest Department, Agriculture and Livestock Department, Education Department, Population Welfare and Social Welfare Department, as well as other NGOs and INGOs.
Sabir Hussain Maher, Chairman of SCAN and In-charge of the Early Warning System in Sanghar, shared insights about environmental loopholes and how we can tackle them with our available resources. He sensitized participants about land restoration and desertification, suggesting some local methods. He described the role of stakeholders in eliminating inhuman practices, emphasizing that the district administration always supports people at our level.
Meer Muhammad, a student, delivered an inspiring speech about the significance of World Environment Day and the collective responsibility to protect our planet.
Ms. Maryam, President of the Women Self Help Group, Padri Goth, Sanghar discussed the crucial role of women in combating climate change through practices like kitchen gardening and the adoption of cloth bags over plastic. Additionally, she shared local wisdom aimed at supporting the environment, highlighting the significance of community-based sustainable solutions.
Majeed Mangrio, Executive Director of SDF, provided a historical perspective on World Environment Day and elaborated on the geographical challenges in the Sindh region, particularly in Achro Thar and Tharparkar. He discussed the monsoon patterns, the white desert, and the alarming rates of deforestation in Sanghar and Umerkot. He passionately advocated for increased tree planting to combat global warming and ozone layer depletion. (PR)
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