By Amin Kef (Ranger)
The Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE) has on September 10, 2024 officially endorsed the Climate Action Project 2024, a six-week online initiative by Take Action Global aimed at tackling climate change. The free program offers an opportunity for schools across Sierra Leone to participate, empowering students to become environmental leaders and global change makers.
The Climate Action Project, which connects schools worldwide, has already united over 4.8 million students from more than 160 countries. It offers educators and students resources to understand climate change and take part in meaningful activities such as tree planting and other community-based environmental projects.
“Our world is already experiencing the devastating effects of climate change. Sierra Leone is among the top 10% of the most vulnerable countries to this crisis and we are feeling its impact in all areas of life,” said Conrad O. Sackey, Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary Education. “Education is key to building resilience, and the Climate Action Project equips our students with the knowledge and skills they need to protect and adapt to our rapidly changing world.”
The program, which starts on September 30, 2024, aligns with the MBSSE’s recent efforts to create a climate-resilient education system. The initiative is open to all schools across Sierra Leone, from pre-primary to university levels, with flexible registration and participation options.
“We are thrilled to have the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education endorse the Climate Action Project,” said Koen Timmers, Co-Founder of Take Action Global. “This partnership allows Sierra Leonean students to join a global movement and lead the fight against climate change.”
Registration for the Climate Action Project 2024 is now open at [www.climateactionproject.org/register](https://www.climateactionproject.org/register).
Take Action Global (TAG) is a prominent non-profit organization dedicated to providing climate action education to students and educators around the world, reaching over 4.8 million individuals across more than 160 countries. TAG collaborates with a wide range of global partners, including WWF, NASA, LEGO and FHi360, as well as international experts and world leaders. As a member of UNESCO’s International Task Force on Teachers for Education 2030 and the Greening Education Partnership, TAG plays a key role in advancing sustainability education.
In 2023, the World Economic Forum recognized TAG’s Climate Action Project as an Education 4.0 Lighthouse, one of 16 innovative public-private partnerships redefining the future of education. For more information, visit [www.takeactionglobal.org](http://www.takeactionglobal.org).
The Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE) in Sierra Leone is tasked with developing and implementing policies to improve access, quality and equity in education from pre-primary to senior secondary levels. Its responsibilities include overseeing curriculum development, teacher training and school infrastructure, ensuring that education remains inclusive and accessible to all. In recent years, MBSSE has ramped up efforts to create a climate-resilient education system, equipping schools and students to better navigate the growing challenges posed by climate change in Sierra Leone.
