REPORT 2023 ANNUAL Persatuan Pendidik Lestari Hijau Pulau Pinang (GREW)
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PREFACE It is with great pleasure and pride that we present the Annual Report of the Green Educators’ Workgroup Penang (GREW) for the 2023 fiscal year. This report encapsulates our collective efforts, achievements, impacts, challenges, and aspirations in promoting environmental sustainability and fostering green education within our community. As we reflect on the past year, we are reminded of the pivotal role that education plays in shaping attitudes, behaviors, and practices towards the environment. In line with our mission to cultivate a culture of environmental stewardship, our workgroup has been dedicated to advancing innovative and impactful initiatives that empower educators, students, and stakeholders to embrace sustainable practices. Throughout the 2023, we have organized a diverse array of programs, workshops, seminars, and outreach activities aimed at raising awareness, building capacity, and driving positive change. From teacher training to community engagement and advocacy campaigns, our endeavors have sought to integrate environmental principles into the fabric of education and inspire a generation of environmentally conscious citizens. We are grateful for the unwavering support of our partners, collaborators, volunteers, and sponsors, whose contributions have been instrumental in the success of our endeavors. Together, we have forged meaningful partnerships, leveraged resources, and mobilized collective action to address pressing environmental challenges and promote a greener, more sustainable future for Penang and beyond. We are also pleased to have nearly 60% of schools in Penang involved in our programmes and involved around 21 000 students over the years. As we look ahead, we are excited about the opportunities and possibilities that lie on the horizon. Building on the momentum of our past achievements, we are committed to expanding our reach, deepening our impact, and driving continuous improvement in our programs and initiatives. We remain steadfast in our dedication to nurturing a generation of eco-literate and environmentally responsible citizens who are equipped to address the complex environmental issues of our time. In closing, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to all who have contributed to the success of the Green Educators’ Workgroup Penang. Your passion, dedication, and commitment inspire us to persevere in our mission and continue striving towards a more sustainable and equitable future for all. KHOU JEROME, CHAIRPERSON OF GREEN EDUCATORS' WORKGROUP PENANG i
TABLE OF CONTENT PART 1 Introduction PREFACE .................................................................................................. i About us .............................................................. Membership ..................................................... Our Roles ............................................................ Journey of GREW Establishment....... Meet Our Team .............................................. PART 2 Our Programme & Activities Programmes / Activities List ............... Programmes / Activities ........................ PART 3 Achievements............................................. PART 4 Publicity........................................................ PART 5 Financial Report ........................................ PART 6 Conclusion .................................................. 1 3 4 5 6 8 13 77 82 87 88
INTRODUCTION
ABOUT US GREW is Green Educators' Workgroup, a registered non-governmental organisation (NGO) that is concerned about the education for sustainable development (ESD) among the primary and secondary schools as well as tertiary students especially those in Penang. Vision Mission GREW builds sustainable future generation through quality Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). To mobilise schools through enhancing quality education by adopting ESD in schools and education institution to achieve sustainable & resilient Penang. Uniting and inspiring educators involved in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in schools and education institution. 1. Cooperating with the government and stakeholders in implementing international, national and local policies for Sustainable Development. 2. Taking care of educators' general welfare in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). 3. Disseminating information related to problems regarding Sustainable Development. 4. Improving the skills of educators involved in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) through continuous guidance and training 5. Mobilising the Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) related programs as a platform to gather educators in Penang. 6. Objectives 1
educators sustainable thinking transformation towards the sustainable practices abbreviation of Green Educators' Workgroup GREW LOGO *The Green Colour signifies Green Practices GREW FLAG 2
MEMBERSHIP WHOENTITTLED TO BE MEMBER? GREW membership is open to all educators passionate about ESD, mainly in Penang. As stated in the constitution, we collect a one-time entry fee of RM 10 for new members and an annual membership fee of RM 20. The details of the bank account are as follows: Bank: CIMB Bank Account Holder: Persatuan Pendidik Lestari Hijau Pulau Pinang Account Number: 8605007843 or Touch N Go E-wallet: Persatuan Pendidik Lestari Hijau Pulau Pinang Female 72 Male 24 Malay 44 Chinese 40 Indian 10 Others 2 Up to December 31, 2023, GREW has a total of 96 members. Among them, there are 24 male and 72 female educators. This includes 44 Malay, 40 Chinese, 10 Indian, 1 Kayak, and 1 Sikh educators who have been with us throughout the year. Our members consist of officers from the Penang Education Department, primary and secondary school teachers, lecturers, and members from the private educational sector. We aim to reach the milestone of 100 GREW members in the year 2024. DEMOGRAPHYOFOUR MEMBER? GREW was officially endorsed by Registrar of Organisation (ROS) as an NGO on the 5th of June 2021. The registered number of GREW is PPM-002-07-05062021. Besides, the registered name with ROS is Persatuan Pendidik Lestari Hijau Pulau Pinang. 3
OUR ROLES Green Educators Teenagers & Youth Empowerment Schools & Institutions Community GREW serves as a platform to synergize all Green Educators, especially those in Penang who are passionate about Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), aiming to enhance the quality of ESD by providing more learning and upskilling opportunities to green educators. GREW provides opportunities for schools and institutions to participate in numerous ESD-related programs and projects. Additionally, GREW promotes quality Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) within schools and institutions. GREW empowers teenagers and youth involved as volunteers through GREW Heroes to work closely with the GREW Committee to address environmental issues and enhance effective planning and implementation skills in ESDrelated programs. GREW also organizes programs that provide job opportunities for B40 families and contribute to sustaining our environment, aligning with SDGs Goals. These are goals that we're working on based on our organisation key strategies for the year. 4
JOURNEY OF GREW The 1st Penang Eco-Schools camp was held from February 21st to 23rd, 2020, before the Covid-19 pandemic. During this 3-day, 2-night camp, green educators in Penang met for the first time to discuss further collaboration in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and the EcoSchools Programme. The International Best Practices Sharing Session marked the first collaboration among SMK Convent Pulau Tikus, SJKC Union, and SJKC Eok Hua. Nearly 1,180 students from 108 primary and secondary schools across Malaysia, teacher trainee colleges and universities, as well as educators and students from the UK, the Philippines, and Turkey, participated online. Jerome, Yee Chen, and Soon Yeong meet regularly to discuss how to involve more schools in Penang in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), particularly focusing on the Eco-Schools Programme. After some time, they successfully turned their passion into reality by establishing the Green Educators' Workgroup in Penang. The Inaugural General Meeting (IGM) took place on April 11, 2021, marking the beginning of the GREW journey as an NGO. Advisors from IPG, USM, schools, and committee members from JPNPP, as well as representatives from both primary and secondary schools, contributed to the success of the meeting. After almost 2 months of the registration process with Jabatan Pendaftaran Pertubuhan Malaysia, we finally received approval on June 5, 2021 (Wednesday), coinciding with World Environment Day. This marks a great start and a memorable day for us. 5
MEET OUR TEAM KHOUJEROME CHAIRPERSON DR.LEE KEOK CHEONG KHAW CHIEW HONG KHAW JUAT WOON DR NOORAIDA YAAKOB LEE BEECHOO GREW Heroes Council Coordinator ONG AILENG LAW YEECHEN SECRETARY FASYA DEPUTY CHAIRPERSON ONGSOON YEONG TREASURER LYDIA LIREK ANYIE BEE BOON FEONG AINI NAJWA DEPUTY SECRETARY EN.SYUKRI IDRIS Members Welfare & Membership Coordinator GSCC Department Coordinator Publication & News Coordinator Media, Marketing & Fundraising Coordinator DR. JANET HO Research & Data Department CHUNG BOON JIN SRITHEMUDU BULLY BABOO ADVISORY BOARD AUDITOR COMITTEE SITI NURMUNIRAH MAH HOOIYIN TAN MIN TENG DR. ASWATI HAMZAH MUHAMMAD NISHAN LIM LEAN YOLK 6
GREW HEROES COUNCIL Nauwfal Secretary COORDINATORS CHUNG BOON JIN SITI NURMUNIRAH COMMITTEE Chairperson Sharmatha Deputy Chairperson Monnesh Kaelyn Treasurer Nur Athirah Deputy Secretary Farah Liyana Deputy Treasurer Sanjeevan Head of Community Service Bureau Katherine NG Deputy of Community Service Bureau Low Ying Wei Head of Education For Sustainable Education Bureau Nurul Shifa Deputy of Education For Sustainable Education Bureau Khoo Xin Head of Young Reporters Bureau Rayken Deputy of Young Reporters Bureau Ong Tze Hon Head Of Young Green Entrepreneur Bureau Azzahra Deputy Of Young Green Entrepreneur Bureau 7
OUR PROGRAMMES & ACTIVITIES
NO PROOGRAMMES/ ACTIVITY DATE 1 PENANG MIAO HUI FESTIVAL CELEBRATION 2023 - BRING YOUR OWN CHALLLENGE 28 JAN 2023 2 GREW ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2023 11 FEB 2023 3 GREEN THAIPUSAM 2023 - WASTE SEGREGATION AWARENESS 5 FEB 2023 4 AIR ITAM ISLAND RECYCLING PROJECT 14 FEB 2023 5 URBAN WETLAND DESIGN COMPETITION IN CONJUNCTION WITH WORLD WETLANDS DAY ‘23 25 FEB 2023 6 2ND ASEAN-JAPAN SYMPOSIUM ON MARINE PLASTIC EDUCATION 1 MAC 2023 7 GREW CHARITY BANK WITH INDIGENOUS STUDENTS– SK POS BERSIH 6 MAC 2023 8 BENCHMARK VISIT FOR URBAN FARMING PROGRAMME @ SMK IDRIS SHAH, GOPENG, PERAK 6 MAC 2023 9 WORKING VISIT WITH MINISTER OF EDUCATION MALAYSIA 12 MAC 2023 10 INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT 14 MAC 2023 11 LAUNCHING GREEN RAMADAN CAMPAIGN 23 MAC 2023 12 ZERO WASTE BARTER TRADE IN CONJUNCTION WITH WORLD EARTH DAY 2023 25 MAC 2023 13 GREEN RAMADAN CAMPAIGN @ BAYAN BARU 26 MAC 2023 14 ZERO WASTE VLOG ONLINE COURSE 27 MAC 2023 Programmes/ Activities 8
NO PROOGRAMMES/ ACTIVITY DATE 15 GREEN RAMADAN CAMPAIGN @ BALIK PULAU 30 MARCH 2023 16 GREEN RAMADAN CAMPAIGN @ BAYAN LEPAS 2 APRIL 2023 17 PROFESSIONAL TEACHING DEVELOPMENT FOR CLIMATE CHANGE EDUCATION 9-13 APRIL 2023 18 COMMUNITY SHARING FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDG) 18 APRIL 2023 19 GSCC CLEANING DAY 24 APRIL 2023 20 WASTE SEGREGATION AWARENESS CAMPAIGN@ PAYA TERUBONG 30 APRIL 2023 21 ECO-SCHOOLS PENANG BRIEFING 3 MAY 2023 22 HUNT FOR SDGS CHILDREN CAMP 13-14 MAY 2023 23 URBAN FARMING WORKSHOP 13 MAY 2023 24 SDG EXHIBITION IN CONJUNCTION WITH WORLD WATER DAY 2023 21 MAY 2023 25 THE LAUNCHING OF GREW SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE CENTRE (GSRC) 23 MAY 2023 26 GREW HEROES PLOGGING @EMPORER VILLA 29 MAY 2023 27 PENANG INSTITUTE CHATS EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (ESD) 31 MAY 2023 28 SITE VISIT TO SDG CENTRE, WWF-MALAYSIA, DIVISION OF SPORTS, CO-CURRICULUM, AND ARTS, MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES, ENVIRONMENTAL AND CLIMATE CHANGE 1 JUNE 2023 Programmes/ Activities 9
NO PROOGRAMMES/ ACTIVITY DATE 29 GREW FAMILY DAY IN CONJUNCTION WITH CELEBRATION OF 2ND YEAR ANNIVERSARY 5 JUNE 2023 30 SDG EXHIBITION IN CONJUNCTION WITH KARNIVAL EPILOG OPERA ALAM 10 JUNE 2023 31 ENVIRONMENTAL DAY QUIZ IN CONJUNCTION WITH WORLD ENVIRONMENTAL DAY 2023 16 JUNE 2023 32 TRAINING OF TRAINERS (TOT) ECO-SCHOOLS PROGRAMME IN PENANG 24 JUNE 2023 33 TREE PLANTING CAMPAIGN IN CONJUNCTION WITH NATIONAL 100 MILLION TREE PLANTING CAMPAIGN 27 JUNE 2023 34 ECO-SCHOOLS RETREAT@PERAK 7 JULY 2023 35 ORCHID FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS WORKSHOP 11 JULY 2023 36 ESD EXHIBITON IN CONJUNCTION WITH PENANG HILL FESTIVAL 2023 23 JULY 2023 37 SDG EXHIBITON IN CONJUNCTION WITH YI FU FESTIVAL 2023 29 JULY 2023 38 PHASE OUT SINGLE USE PLASTIC SURVEY 1 AUGUST 2023 39 LET’S CLEAN IT UP MALAYSIA 2023 LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP 14 AUGUST 2023 40 26 AUGUST 2023 41 SITE VISIT TO SUNWAY UNIVERSITY, BAHAGIAN PERANCANGAN DAN PENYELIDIKAN DASAR PENDIDIKAN KPM & PJ ECO RECYCLING PLAZA 29 AUGUST 2023 Programmes/ Activities ORCHID ARRANGEMENT COMPETITION IN CONJUNCTION WITH PENANG ORCHID FESTIVAL 2023 10 2
NO PROOGRAMMES/ ACTIVITY DATE 42 THE LAUNCHING OF GREW SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY CENTRE (GSCC) 1 SEPT 2023 43 LET’S CLEAN IT UP MALAYSIA 9 SEPT 2023 44 GREW HEROES - ENUMERATOR FOR PHASE OUT SINGLE USE PLASTIC SURVEY 2 SEPT 2023 45 EXPLORACE 3K IN CONJUNCTION WITH KARNIVAL PEMBUDAYAAN 3K@ABC 14 SEPT 2023 46 KARNIVAL EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (ESD) 2023 22 SEPT 2023 47 THE BOOK LAUNCHING “THE INSPIRING JOURNEY IN EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT(ESD)” 22 SEPT 2023 48 TRAINING OF TRAINERS PROGRAMME FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDG) 22 SEPT 2023 49 SEED COLLAGE MAKING COMPETITION WITH SLOGAN WRITING FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL 23 SEPT 2023 50 BSN CARE – MAKING EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELEPMENT (ESD) POSSIBLE SEPT 2023 51 INTERNATIONAL BEST PRACTICES SHARING SESSION 4.0 ECO-SCHOOLS PROGRAMME 2023 14 OCT 2023 52 ESD EXHIBITION IN CONJUNCTION WITH COSMED-X 2023 31 OCT 2023 53 TRAINING OF TRAINERS PROGRAMME FOR GREW TEACHERS 4 NOV 2023 Programmes/ Activities 11
NO PROOGRAMMES/ ACTIVITY DATE 54 NATIONAL RECYCLING DAY 2023 26 NOV 2023 55 PERTANDINGAN KITAR SEMULA SEKOLAH-SEKOLAH (PERKISS) 2023 26 NOV 2023 56 INTRODUCTION BSN CARE 6-7 DIS 2023 57 GREW CHARITY BANK 2023 58 MALAYSIAN TEACHER PRIZE 5 NOV 2023 59 ESCAPE ROOMS 3.0: RIVER, WATER AND ENVIRONMENTAL QUIZ 25 NOV 2023 60 YOUTH EXPLORER PROGRAM 18 DIS 2023 Programmes/ Activities 12
Theme : Waste Segregation Awareness Date : 28 January 2023 (Saturday) Location: Multiple Streets in Georgetown Time : 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Officiating Guest: Y.A.B Chow Kon Yeow Chief Minister of Penang 0 10 20 30 40 50NO OF SCHOOL NO OF STUDENTS MBPP NO OF TEACHER IPT STUDENT DATA IMPACT REPORT Objectives Enhance the experience of teachers and students in activities related to the environment. Raise awareness about waste segregation within the community during the MIAO HUI Festival. Encourage people to bring their own container. “Re-Start”-Miao Hui “ A change is brought about because ordinary people do extraordinary things”- Barack Obama SDGs Project Overview Organiser PENANG MIAO HUI FESTIVAL CELEBRATION 2023 - BRING YOUR OWN CHALLLENGE Planned and Coordinated by Supported by Partnership COVERED AREA 13
Opening speech by Mr. Khou Jerome, Chairperson of GREW. Officiating speech by Ms. Khaw Juat Woon, Advisor of GREW. Reporting of GREW Activities in 2022 by Mdm. Law Yee Chen, Secretary of GREW. Presentation of GREW Planning for 2023. Presenting Certificates of Appreciation to the GREW Committee of 2022. Selection of the GREW Committee for 2023-2025. GREW COMMITTEE 26 GREW MEMBERS 96 GREW MEMBER 2023 TOTAL : 96 GREW MEMBER 2022 TOTAL : 76 A total of 60 activities were planned and participated in for the year 2023 (JanuaryDecember), including: 4 International Programs 2 National Programs 48 State-level Programs 6 Benchmarking Programs DATA Date : 11 February 2023 (Saturday) Platform : Online Time : 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. AGENDA “Keep exploring. Keep dreaming. Keep asking why. Dont settle what you already know. Never stop believing the power of your ideas, your imagination, your hardworks to change the world”-Barack Obama Project Overview Organiser GREW ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2023 SDGs IMPACT REPORT 14
“I am happy to see some positive results from our awareness campaigns”- Malaysia Hindu Sangam Bukit Bendera Branch Chairman - A. Tharman 60% IMPACT REPORT Objectives SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Waste Segregation Awareness Date : 5 February 2023 (Sunday) Location: Penang Kebun Bunga Time : 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. GREEN THAIPUSAM 2023 - WASTE SEGREGATION AWARENESS Activities Enhance the experience of teachers and students in activities related to the environment. Raise waste segregation awareness within the community during the Thaipusam Festival. Encourage people to bring their own container DATA ESTIMATION THAIPUSAM PARTTICIPANTS 50 000 Teacher: Student Volunteer Percentage ESTIMATION WASTE COLLECTIONS 600 BOTTLES 100 Tin Alluminium Supported by Street Awareness Campaign Promoting Waste Segregation Awareness 15
EAST DEO 41.7% CENTRAL DEO16.7% SOUTHWEST DEO 16.7% SOUTHERN DEO 16.7% STUDENTS TOTAL : 3500 TEACHERS TOTAL : 12 IMPACT REPORT Objectives To raise personal and public awareness of environmental issues. To promote the principles of reuse, reduce, and recycle, and minimize waste in landfills. To establish a platform for community recycling in Air Itam. Contributing to a shared zero-waste future in line with the Penang2030, aiming to make Penang 'A FamilyFocused, Green, and Smart State that Inspires the Nation.'" “Objective of the project is to raise public awareness of environmental issues, which is also in line with the Penang 2030 vision”-Air Itam Assemblyman YB Joseph Ng SDGs Project Overview Organisers Theme : Reuse, Reduce & Recycle Awareness Date : 14 February 2023 (Tuesday) Location:Air Itam Officiating Guest: YB Joseph Ng Soon Siang Penang State Assemblyman for Air Itam AIR ITAM ISLAND RECYCLING PROJECT % By District Education Area Supporting Partner ESTIMATION WASTE COLLECTIONS 5087 BOTTLES STATE LEVEL ACHIEVEMENT 16
IMPACT REPORT 48% NORTH DEO 50% EAST DEO 20% SOUTHWEST DEO 20% 60:20 Enhance the experience of teachers and students in activities related to the environment. Emphasize the ecological relationships that exist within ecosystems. Encourage environmental innovation among teachers and students. “Since nature has the most sustainable ecosystem and since ultimately agriculture comes out of nature, our standard for a sustainable world should be nature’s own ecosystem.” – Wes Jackson, Author & Co-Founder of the Land Institute The Most Creative Wetland SK PERMATANG BINJAI 2 (PRIMARY) SMJK JIT SIN (SECONDARY) The Most Beautiful Wetland SK BALIK PULAU (PRIMARY) SMK DATUK ONN BUTTERWORTH (SECONDARY) SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Mini Ecosystem Date : 25 February 2023 (Saturday) Location:Dato Haji Ahmad Badawi Hall, Butterworth, Penang. Time : 7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Officiating Guest: YB Soon Lip Chee Exco of Youth & Sports Penang (Represent Chief Minister of Penang) URBAN WETLAND DESIGN COMPETITION IN CONJUNCTION WITH WORLD WETLANDS DAY ‘23 Objectives Secondary: Primary Schools Percentage % By District Education Area Students : Teachers Winners Activities Co-organiser Supported by Exhibitors Penang State Education Department Urban Wetland Design Competition Exhibition Seminar 17
Supporting Partner IMPACT REPORT Theme : Nurture Good Habits for Cleaner Oceans Date : 1 March 2023 (Wednesday) Platform : Online Time : 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Officiating Guest: Mr. Hata Yasuyuki Director General ofthe Environmental Management Bureau, Japan To Adopt and present a student-initiated declaration on international marine plastic litter involving Japan and the 16 ASEAN member countries. Strengthen partnerships between Japan and ASEAN through multi-generational and crosssectoral collaborations involving youth, the educational/academic sector, and governments of ASEAN member states and Japan. “Far and away, the greatest threat to the ocean, and thus to ourselves, is ignorance. But we can do something about that.” – Sylvia Earle, American marine biologist SDGs Project Overview Organiser 2 ASEAN-JAPAN SYMPOSIUM ON MARINE PLASTIC EDUCATION DATA 8 ASEAN member states and Japan. nd 18
Enhance the experience of teachers and students in activities related to Education for Sustainable Development. Identify the socio-economic status, education levels, healthcare, infrastructure, cultural practices, and environmental sustainability of indigenous communities. Foster relationships with indigenous communities. Basic Needs RM 1000 FOODs RM 575 SERVICE TOTAL : 10 IMPACT REPORT “There could be no definition of a successfull life that does not include service to others”- President George H.W. Bush SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : We Care, We Donate, We Educate Date : 6 March 2023 (Monday) Location : SK Pos Bersih, Perak Time : 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. GREW CHARITY BANK WITH INDIGENOUS STUDENTS – SK POS BERSIH DATA Estimation Donation 24 Boys 12 Girls 5 Adults Donation recepient Sponsored by 19
Project Overview Theme : Urban Farming Date : 6 March 2023 (Monday) Location : SMK Idris Shah, Gopeng, Perak Time : 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. SDGs Organiser BENCHMARK VISIT FOR URBAN FARMING PROGRAMME @ SMK IDRIS SHAH, GOPENG, PERAK “An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest” -Ben Franklin Encourage knowledge transfer of sustainability programs between states. Strengthen the relationships between Eco-Schools. Enhance learning in urban farming. IMPACT REPORT SMK Idris Shah Achievement 20
Theme : Education of Sustainable Development Date : 12 March 2023 (Sunday) Location: Pusat Khidmat Rakyat Parlimen Nibong Tebal, Penang. Time : 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Guest : YB Fadhlina Sidek Minister of Education Malaysia SDGs Organiser WORKING VISIT WITH MINISTER OF EDUCATION MALAYSIA Project Overview Presenting the importance of integrating sustainable development principles into the national education curriculum to foster environmental consciousness, social responsibility, and economic sustainability among students. Proposing initiatives to enhance teacher training programs to equip educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively teach ESD concepts and incorporate sustainability practices into classroom activities. IMPACT REPORT “Education transformation is a path towards a more equitable, inclusive, relevant and competitive education system” -YB Fadhlina Siddiq IMPACT MEETINGS The Officiating Guest during SDG Carnival The Financial Allocation for SDG Carnival 21
IMPACT REPORT Teaching sustainable farming practices such as organic gardening, water conservation, composting, and permaculture to reduce environmental impact and promote long-term food security. Raising awareness about the environmental benefits of urban farming, including reducing carbon footprint, mitigating urban heat island effects, improving air quality, and promoting biodiversity in urban areas. Introduction of urban farming & sustainability Training on composting, liquid composting, bio repellent and plant booster Training on organic urban farming Training on hydroponic planting, aquaponic planting & mini fertigation Training on how to keep your seedling for the next cycle “Equality begins with economic empowerment” -President George H.W. Bush SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Urban Farming Date : 14 March 2023 (Tuesday) Location: Kenanga Hall, Menara MBSP, Penang. Time : 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Officiating Guest: Dato' Azhar Bin Haji Arshad Datuk Bandar Majlis Bandaraya Seberang Perai (MBSP) INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT Activities 22
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” —Margaret Mead Supporting Partners IMPACT REPORT Increasing awareness about the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability practices during Ramadan. Advocating for mindful consumption habits, such as reducing food waste and avoiding the use of single-use plastics. Press Conference and Launching Green Ramadan Campaign with YB Phee Boon Poh and Dato Azhar Bin Haji Arshad Promoting BYO Campaign Survey & data collection SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Green Ramadan Date : 23 March 2023 (Thursday) Location: Bazar Ramadan Tenggiri, Penang. Time : 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Officiating Guest: Dato' Seri Phee Boon Poh Exco of Environment & Welfare Penang Dato' Azhar Bin Haji Arshad Datuk Bandar Majlis Bandaraya Seberang Perai(MBSP) LAUNCHING GREEN RAMADAN CAMPAIGN Activities Co-organiser Supported by Penang State Education Department 23
36% EAST DEO 50% NORTH DEO SOUTHWEST DEO 18.2% 13.6% CENTRAL DEO 9.1% 96:43 “We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.” – Albert Einstein, Physicist Zero Waste Barter Trade Science Workshop by Tech Dome Forest in a Bottle Terrarium Workshop Clothes Swap Yoga Session 24 IMPACT REPORT To promote the 5R principles (Recycle, Reuse, Reduce, Repair, & Refuse) and raise awareness about e-waste to encourage the public to incorporate these behaviors and habits into their daily lives. Make a worthless item worthwhile. To reduce waste generation and maintain cleanliness in the surrounding environment. To promote recycling by raising environmental awareness. SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Nurture the Nature, Green the Earth Date : 25 March 2023 (Saturday) Location: Straits Quay, Penang. Time : 3:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Officiating Guest: Y.A.B Chow Kon Yeow Chief Minister of Penang ZERO WASTE BARTER TRADE IN CONJUNCTION WITH WORLD EARTH DAY 2023 Secondary: Primary Schools Percentage % By District Education Area Students : Teachers Activities Co-organiser Supported by Penang State Education Department Data
IMPACT REPORT 55% Project Overview Theme : Green Ramadan Date : 26 March 2023 (Sunday) Location: Bazar Ramadan Bayan Baru Time : 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Activities Supporting Partners Promoting BYO Campaign Survey & data collection “The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.” – Robert Swan, Author SDGs Organiser GREEN RAMADAN CAMPAIGN @ BAYAN BARU MALE : FEMALE SURVEY RESPONDENT Co-organiser Data Percentage of food waste per contributors 25 Increasing awareness about the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability practices during Ramadan. Advocating for mindful consumption habits, such as reducing food waste and avoiding the use of single-use plastics.
IMPACT REPORT 86:8 Supporting Partners Project Overview Theme : Green Ramadan Date : 27 March 2023 (Monday) Platform: Zoom Time : 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Students : Teachers Participate Data SOUTHWEST DEO 34.6% EAST DEO 23.1% NORTH DEO 15.4% CENTRAL DEO15.4% SOUTHERN DEO 11.5% Instilling in children the qualities of accountability, self-assurance, creativity, and leadership to guide their thoughts and actions toward environmental sustainability. Informing the public about the negative impact of plastic use on the environment. “Don’t use social media to impress people; use it to impact people.” — DAVE WILLIS, AUTHOR AND SPEAKER SDGs Organiser ZERO WASTE VLOG ONLINE COURSE Co-organiser % By District Education Area PRIMARY SCHOOL CATEGORY SJKC Kheng Tean SJKC Union SK Convent Green Lane SJKC Chiao Nan SECONDARY SCHOOL CATEGORY Kolej Vokasional Seberang Perai SMJK Heng Ee Cawangan Bayan Baru SMK Datuk Onn Butterworth Kolej Vokasional Seberang Perai Kolej Vokasional Seberang Perai Winners 26
IMPACT REPORT 51% Project Overview Theme : Green Ramadan Date : 30 March 2023 (Thursday) Location: Bazar Ramadan Balik Pulau Time : 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Officiating Guest: Datuk Yew Tung Seang Datuk Bandar Majlis Bandaraya Pulau Pinang (MBPP) Supporting Partners “There is no such thing as ‘away’. When we throw anything away it must go somewhere.” – Annie Leonard, Proponent of Sustainability SDGs Organiser GREEN RAMADAN CAMPAIGN @ BALIK PULAU Activities Co-organiser Promoting BYO Campaign Survey & data MALE : FEMALE collection SURVEY RESPONDENT Data 27 Increasing awareness about the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability practices during Ramadan. Advocating for mindful consumption habits, such as reducing food waste and avoiding the use of single-use plastics.
40:43 Supporting Partners Project Overview Theme : Green Ramadan Date : 2 April 2023 (Sunday) Location: Bazar Ramadan Bayan Lepas Time : 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. IMPACT REPORT “Saying No to Plastic is Saying Yes to a Greener Tomorrow.” SDGs Organiser GREEN RAMADAN CAMPAIGN @ BAYAN LEPAS MALE : FEMALE SURVEY RESPONDENT Activities Co-organiser Promoting BYO Campaign Survey & data collection Data 28 Increasing awareness about the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability practices during Ramadan. Advocating for mindful consumption habits, such as reducing food waste and avoiding the use of single-use plastics.
IMPACT REPORT To empower teachers and educators to make a positive impact on ecological sustainability through a customized, science-based, interactive, and handson program. Fulfills a critical need for the enhancement of teachers’ knowledge base in Climate Education. "Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people." -Eleanor Roosevelt SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Climate Change Date : 9 - 13 April 2023 Location: SSTP Alor Setar, JPN Kedah Time : 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Officiating Guest: Dr. Balamurugan Ratha Krishnan GGAF’s Chief Executive PROFESSIONAL TEACHING DEVELOPMENT FOR CLIMATE CHANGE EDUCATION Activities Introduction to the SDGs Game for Sustainability Integration of the SDGs and ESD Introduction to Climate Change Education (CCE) in Malaysia Integrating climate change content into the classroom Teacher in action - Classroom Simulation UNESCO Sustainable Schools 29
IMPACT REPORT Sharing ideas on climate change with the Air Putih community The Game of SDGs “You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference and you have to decide what kind of a difference you want to make.” —Jane Goodall To increase public understanding and awareness of the causes, impacts, and potential solutions to climate change. To motivate individuals and communities to take action to reduce their carbon footprint and mitigate the effects of climate change. SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Sustainable Development Goals Date : 18 April 2023 (Tuesday) Location: Pusat Penang 2030 Air Putih Time : 8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. COMMUNITY SHARING FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS( SDG) Activities Data 18 Air Putih Community Invitation from JBPP AIR PUTIH 30
IMPACT REPORT Strengthening the relationship between GREW members. Encouraging the community to use the GREW community center. Promoting sustainable innovation related to the environment for upgrading the community center. “What’s the use of a fine house if you haven’t got a tolerable planet to put it on.” —Henry David Thoreau SDGs Project Overview Organiser Date : 24 April 2023 (Monday) Location: GREW Sustainable Community Centre, Taman Desa Impian Time : 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. GREW SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY CENTRE （GSCC) CLEANING DAY 31
Supported by Project Overview Theme : Waste Segregation Date : 30 April 2023 (Sunday) Location: Paya Terubong, Penang Time : 7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Officiating Guest: YB Yeoh Soon Hin Exco for Tourism and Creative, Penang IMPACT REPORT CINA 62.5% INDIA 20.5% MELAYU 16.5% OTHER 0.5% Raising awareness about the environmental impact of improper waste disposal. Educating the community about the different types of waste (e.g., recyclables, organic waste, hazardous waste) and the importance of segregating them at the source. “The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.” – Robert Swan, Author SDGs Organiser WASTE SEGREGATION AWARENESS CAMPAIGN@ PAYA TERUBONG Activities Co-organiser Awareness Campaign Data collection on waste segregation practices Data 200 RESPONDENT Percentage of Residents practicing recycle 54.5% always 42.5% Not doing recycle 3% Sometimes 57% Male respondent 43% Female respondent 32
Supported by IMPACT REPORT Engaging students in environmental issues. Fostering responsibility and care among staff and students. Energizing teachers in the teaching of environmental topics and methodologies. Transforming the school into a sustainable institution. Integrating learning with hands-on experiences. “The Earth is a fine place and worth fighting for.”—Ernest Hemingway SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Eco-Schools Date : 3 May 2023 (Sunday) Platform : Online Time : 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. ECO-SCHOOLS PENANG BRIEFING Activities Penang State Education Department Introduction to the Eco-Schools Programme in Penang How to run the Eco-Schools Programme in school 30 30 SCHOOLS IN PENANG TAKE PART IN ECO SCHOOL PROGRAMME 33
EAST DEO 33.3% SOUTHWEST DEO 33.3% SOUTHERN DEO 16.7% CENTRAL DEO 5.6% Sponsored by IMPACT REPORT Offering early exposure to primary school students about the SDGs. Applying activities related to the SDGs to primary school students. Implementing sustainability education among students to ensure the achievement of the goal of sustainable development in the future. "A child without education, is like a bird without wings." -Tibetan proverb SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Sustainable Development Goals Date : 1 3 - 14 May 2023 (SaturdaySunday) Location:Universiti Sains Malaysia Time : 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Officiating Guest: Mr. Ong Jing Cheng MBSP Councillor HUNT FOR SDGS CHILDREN CAMP % By District Education Area Activities Co-organiser Supported by Penang State Education Department History of SDGs & Its Importance Station Games “Let’s Explore SDGs” SDGs Treasure Hunt Roundtable Discussion Data IMPACT PROGRAMME STUDENTS KNOWLEDGE OF SDGs BEFORE PROGRAMME AFTER PROGRAMME 34
IMPACT REPORT Introduction of urban farming & sustainability Training on composting and liquid composting Training on organic urban farming Training on hydroponic planting, aquaponic planting & mini fertigation Data 20 Teachers from 5 Different District 2 MBSP 1 URBANEST FLEX INDUSTRY Empowering participants and communities to grow their own food sustainably to promote food security and self-sufficiency. Educating participants about sustainable farming practices that minimize environmental impact. Supporting environmental education and conservation efforts in urban areas. “Essentially, all life depends upon the soil… There can be no life without soil and no soil without life; they have evolved together.” – Dr. Charles E. Kellogg, Former USDA Chief of USDA’s Bureau of Chemistry and Soils SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Urban Farming Date : 13 May 2023 (Saturday) Location: Pusat Pendidikan Hijau Padang Chempedak, Tasek Gelugor Time : 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. URBAN FARMING WORKSHOP Activities Co-organiser Each mainland School involved received 5 Set of vertical Graden from FLEX Industry 35
IMPACT REPORT To raise awareness and inspire action to tackle the water and sanitation crisis. To encourage the responsible consumption of water resources and ensure universal access to safe drinking water. To empower visitors to take action in their own lives and communities to promote sustainable development. “The future we steer, our water be clear, together we’ll have nothing to fear.” SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Education for Sustainable Development Date : 21 May 2023 (Sunday) Location:Air Itam Dam, Penang Time : 7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Officiating Guest: Y.A.B Chow Kon Yeow Chief Minister of Penang SDG EXHIBITION IN CONJUNCTION WITH WORLD WATER DAY 2023 Activities Exhibitor Exhibition SDGs Game Hands-on Workshops 1000 Participants 36
IMPACT REPORT To support and strengthen efforts to mainstream sustainability in education, we provide access to resources, facilitate collaboration, offer training and professional development, support policy advocacy, promote research and innovation, raise awareness, and document best practices. “What do you need to solve the climate crisis? The answer is, everyone.” SDGs Project Overview Organiser Date : 23 May 2023 (Tuesday) Location: Kompleks Masyarakat Penyayang, Penang Time : 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Officiating Guest: Dato' Seri Phee Boon Poh Exco of Environment & Welfare Penang THE LAUNCHING OF GREW SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE CENTRE (GSRC) 37
IMPACT REPORT Educating teenagers about environmental issues, with a focus on littering, waste management, and the impact of litter on biodiversity and ecosystems. Enhancing understanding of local flora, fauna, and ecosystems, and emphasizing the importance of biodiversity for ecological balance and sustainability. “We need joy as we need air. We need love as we need water. We need each other as we need the earth we share.” — Maya Angelou SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Plogging @Emporer Villa Date : 29 May 2023 (Sunday) Location: Emporer Villa Time : 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. GREW HEROES PLOGGING @EMPORER VILLA Activities Hiking Plogging Learning Biodiversity Data 16 GREW Heroes from various schools actively participated 1kg Recyclable Items 3 kg Non-Recyclable Items Estimation waste collected 38
“If content is king, then conversion is queen.” John Munsell, CEO of Bizzuka SDGs IMPACT REPORT Expand and inform community in Penang about the progress of GREW's work. Highlight the importance of Education Sustainable Development . Encourage the community to support environmental education and conservation efforts in Penang. Project Overview Organiser Theme : Education for Sustainable Development Date : 31 May 2023 (Wednesday) Location: Penang Institute, George Town Time : 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. PENANG INSTITUTE CHATS EDUCATIONFOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (ESD) In 2021, several primary and secondary school teachers who care about green education co-founded GREW (Green Educators’ Workgroup). The background of its establishment comes from the fact that primary and secondary school teachers in Penang who cared about green education at that time often had to work alone, which made it difficult to effectively continue green education in schools. The establishment of GREW has connected school teachers, NGO organizations and people with lofty ideals in the public sector who share common goals, and has become a platform for exchanges, discussions and resource sharing. Only two years after its establishment, GREW has already achieved rich results. The people they contact and communicate with are not limited to primary and secondary schools, but also college students, and they even make suggestions on relevant policies. In this episode, let us listen to the process, challenges and future prospects of several co-founders! 39
IMPACT REPORT “Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success”. – Henry Ford SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Education for Sustainable Development Date : 1 June 2023 (Thursday) Locations: 1. SDGs Centre 2. WWF Malaysia Division of Sports, Co-Curriculum, and Arts, Ministry of Education 3. Ministry of Natural Resources, Environmental and Climate Change 4. SITE VISIT TO SDG CENTRE, WWF-MALAYSIA, DIVISION OF SPORTS, CO-CURRICULUM, AND ARTS, MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES, ENVIRONMENTAL AND CLIMATE CHANGE Enhance GREW's understanding of PAJSK marks and recognition of the Programme. Strengthen the relationship between GREW and the Ministry of Sports, CoCurriculum, and Arts Division. Share ideas between GREW and the Ministry of Natural Resources, Environmental, and Climate Change regarding their tree-planting initiative. Exchange ideas with the SDGs Centre on the development of SDGs in Malaysia. 40
IMPACT REPORT Strengthen the experience of GREW members and the Taman Desa Impian Community in activities related to the environment. Strengthen the relationship between GREW and MBSP, Jabatan Perhutanan, and MBSP Councillors. Encourage innovation related to the environment among the community of Taman Desa Impian. Increase awareness of the importance of a clean environment. The best partnerships aren’t dependent on a mere common goal but on a shared path of equality, desire, and no small amount of passion. – Sarah MacLean SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : GREW Family Day Date : 5 June 2023 (Monday) Location: GREW Sustainable Community Centre, Taman Desa Impian Time : 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Officiating Guest: Mr. Ong Jing Cheng MBSP Councillor GREW FAMILY DAY IN CONJUNCTION WITH CELEBRATION OF 2ND YEAR ANNIVERSARY Activities Plogging Composting & Soap Making Workshop Fun Games Members Briefing Data 15 GREW MEMBERS 2 MBSP 4 JABATAN PERHUTANAN 14 COMMUNITIES MEMBERS 41
“Environment is no one's property to destroy; it's everyone's responsibility to protect.” ― Mohith Agadi IMPACT REPORT SDGs Project Overview Organiser Theme : Education for Sustainable Development Date : 10 June 2023 (Saturday) Location: SMJK Chung Hwa Confucian Time : 7:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Officiating Guest: En. Mohamad Zawawi Bin Ahmad Pegawai Pendidikan Daerah Timur Laut SDG EXHIBITION IN CONJUNCTION WITH KARNIVAL EPILOG OPERA ALAM Activities Exhibitor Supported by Penang State Education Department To increase awareness about the importance of sustainable development. To educate visitors about sustainable practices. To empower visitors to take action in their own lives and communities to promote sustainable development. SDG Exhibition SDGs Game Hands-on Workshops ESD Competitions Data Estimated 3000 audiences Type of Audience participated : Students Teachers Local agencies Non-profit organisation 42