Post on 14-Jul-2015
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Protection and restoration of river ecosystemsRole of public education
Danka Thalmeinerova, GWPMartina Zupan, GWP CEE
Framing the problem
The education is on the tail of our efforts to protect and restore river ecosystems
Towards Solutions
Many examples to attract attention of the youth exist
Many activities are supported by governments, donors, private sector, NGOsMany river restoration projects conducted with few elements to share best practices with teachers
Ad hoc? (depending on the donor and funds, one-time shots)
Effective? (we do not know as these are not evaluated)Methods used? (Google age not explored well)
Solutions
Boost knowledge on the river ecosystem functions and values
Use different methods and tools
Seek to transform innovative initiatives of education and capacity building to schools curricula
Recommendations
Start studies on social perception of ecological functioning of water ecosystems
Evaluate the efficiency of educational activities and programs (both schools, general public)
Develop education programs on ecological functioning of river and water ecosystem
GWP commitments
In period 2012 – 2015, support communication and exchange of information on best practices of ecological restoration measures and land use adopted in IWRM plans
By end of 2012, support (lead) an assessment of the effect of public education and stakeholder involvement in river restoration projects