Image: Green Leaders [4 week]

Green Leaders [4 week]

Lanka Mangrove Museum and Learning Center·Puttalam, Sri Lanka

Global Volunteer

Volunteer in NGOs, Schools, or Foundations in various Countries/Territories.

English

These are the locally spoken languages that you’ll have to know.
Project Green Leaders [4 week]
The project aims to impact SDG #13 by educating communities about climate change and building action plans to reduce critical factors affecting the environment.
This project contributes to,
Image: Climate Action - Target 13.3

Climate Action - Target 13.3

By 2030, Improve education, awareness-raising and human and institutional capacity on climate change mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction and early warning

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
Understand the importance of mangroves and threats to conservation
Study mangrove species in Sri Lanka and their distribution
Learn about the mangrove ecosystem, its functions, and services
Introduction to workplace and first workday briefing
Introduction to faunal diversity in mangrove ecosystems
Week 2
Participate in museum-related activities
Conduct field observations (lagoon & mangrove ecosystem – Day 1)
Take part in lagoon-based clean-up programs
Assist in plant nursery preparation (target: 1000 plants)
Engage in activities with the local youth society
Week 3
Work with youth society on community activities
Continue museum-related activities
Participate in lagoon clean-up programs
Field observation (Day 2 – observing fishing techniques)
Continue plant nursery preparation (target: 1000 plants)
Week 4
Participate in lagoon clean-up programs
Field observation (Day 3 – data collection for mini research)
Finalize plant nursery preparation (target: 1000 plants)
Continue youth society engagement activities
Continue museum-related activities

Working hours

Tuesday to Saturday

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Process

The steps involved in being selected for this opportunity.
Canada
Estimated process time is not yet available.

Logistics

What you’ll be provided with during your stay

Benefits of becoming a Global Volunteer

Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals and participate in a social project designed for impact.
International Exposure - Experience new cultures and industries.
Develop your Leadership (our programs can help you develop the following leadership values: striving for excellence, demonstrating integrity, activating leadership, acting sustainably, enjoying participation and living diversity).
Receive AIESEC Support for Selection (assistance with your application to opportunities and decision making process).
Receive AIESEC Support after Selection (Visa support, help in finding and providing accommodation, assisting during first day of work).

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