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Press Release: Sierra Leone Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education Endorses Take Action Global’s Climate Action Project 2024
[Freetown, Sierra Leone] – September 10, 2024 – The Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE) in Sierra Leone has officially endorsed the Climate Action Project 2024, a free, six-week online program by Take Action Global. This initiative connects schools worldwide to tackle climate change and empowers students to become environmental leaders.
“Our world is already experiencing the devastating effects of climate change. Sierra Leone is amongst the top 10% of most vulnerable countries to this crisis, and we have already started experiencing its destructive impact across all areas of life” states the Honorable Conrad O. Sackey, Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary Education. “Education is key to building our resilience and our capacity to respond. The Climate Action Project equips our students with the knowledge and skills they need to protect and adapt to our rapidly changing world.”
Aligning with Sierra Leone’s Educational Goals
The Climate Action Project aligns closely with the MBSSE’s recent push to advance efforts in building a climate-resilient education system. Starting on September 30th, this project will provide teachers and students with resources to deepen their understanding of climate change and inspire them to take action through tree planting or other creative community initiatives.
Joining a Global Movement
The Climate Action Project has already united 4.8+ million students from over 160 countries. Sierra Leone joins 16 other Ministries of Education who have endorsed this initiative. The project is free to register, flexible in terms of commitment, and open to all teachers and students across Sierra Leone, from pre-primary to university levels.
“We are thrilled to have the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education endorse the Climate Action Project,” says Koen Timmers, Co-Founder at Take Action Global. “This collaboration allows Sierra Leonean students to connect with a global community and become leaders in tackling climate change.”
Registration for the Climate Action Project 2024 is open now at https://www.climateactionproject.org/register.
About Take Action Global
Take Action Global (TAG) is a leading non-profit committed to climate action education for all, serving more than 4.8 million students and educators from over 160 countries. TAG’s partners include international experts and world leaders, WWF, NASA, LEGO, and FHi360. TAG is a member of UNESCO’s International Task Force on Teachers for Education 2030 and Greening Education Partnership. In 2023, the World Economic Forum designated TAG’s Climate Action Project as an Education 4.0 Lighthouse, one of 16 innovative public-private collaborations reimagining the childhood learning experience. www.takeactionglobal.org.
About Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE) in Sierra Leone
The Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE) in Sierra Leone is responsible for developing and implementing policies to enhance access, quality, and equity in education from pre-primary through to senior secondary levels of schooling in Sierra Leone. It oversees key areas such as curriculum development, teacher training, and school infrastructure, ensuring that education is inclusive and accessible for all. Recently, the MBSSE has intensified efforts to build a climate-resilient education system to better prepare schools and students for the increasing challenges facing Sierra Leone as a result of climate change.
