We offer students and schools networking opportunities to connect with people in the UAE at the forefront of sustainability and environmental innovation.
Our mission at SustainHerAbility GFS is to cultivate a community of students dedicated to fostering sustainability, advocating for climate education, and nurturing leadership skills.
Introduction
ECOS - environmental conference of schools - will offer students and schools networking opportunities to connect with people in the UAE at the forefront of sustainability and environmental innovation.
It will provide a platform to schools to share their efforts in preventing environmental degradation.
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EVENT Structure:
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1. School SDG Action zone
2. Hack the Heat: Solutions for a Warming World
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General admission (for students who opt out of the available competitions): https://forms.office.com/r/JSCHM74rkT
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For payment details or any questions, please reach out to sustainherability_gfs@gemselearning.onmicrosoft.com
Events
3 Members maximum
School SDG Action Zone
Expands to all schools willing to set up 'sustainability stands' at the showcase. An opportunity to share what your school is doing in regards to the environment. The showcase is designed like a fair. Feel free to share any new projects, innovative ideas or campaigns that you've run to propagate sustainability.
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Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/gSxyHnGLUz
5 members maximum
Hack the Heat Climate Competition
The ECOS competition provides students a chance to use their critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. All teams must register before the event starts, including team names and member details.
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Who Can Participate: Open to school students from Grade 7/ Year 8 to Grade 12/ Year 13.
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Team Requirements: Teams must consist of 2-5 members.
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Solo participation is allowed.
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Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/yz6JnKEh44
5 companies maximum
Green Economy Showcase
Why: Allow students to network under the umbrella of green entrepreneurship.
Company benefits: Marketing promotion to the wider GEMS Community through social media pages and schools outside GEMS network.