Naomi, one of the standout participants of the Eco-Tech Climate Innovators project by Meg Wah (My Earth), shared a powerful testimony about how the initiative transformed her perspective.
“Before joining the project, I believed children couldn’t participate in hands-on environmental work,” she admitted. But that changed when she found herself not just learning in a classroom, but actively digging, planting, and nurturing flood-resistant trees in the field. “It was empowering and eye-opening,” Naomi said, describing how she learned to plant a tree, I was able to dig a hole, loosen the soil, place the tree in the hole ensuring the root flare is level with the ground, fill the hole with soil gentle firming it around the roots and water thoroughly to settle the soil.
Her experience is a testament to the power of experiential learning. By stepping beyond theoretical training and engaging in real-world environmental action, Naomi and her peers developed critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. These field activities not only enhanced their understanding of climate issues but also gave them the confidence to tackle environmental challenges in their communities. The Eco-Tech Climate Innovators project funded by New England Biolabs Foundation and Atlas Corps showed that when young people are given the right tools and opportunities, they rise to the occasion with creativity and determination.
According to Mr Ako Peter Agbor, the Founder and Director of Meg Wah (My Earth), we firmly believe that involving youth in climate action today plants the seeds for a more resilient and sustainable tomorrow. Naomi’s story is just one of many that highlight how empowering young people with knowledge and hands-on experience can cultivate lifelong environmental advocates.
