ECO-UNESCO

ECO-UNESCO is Ireland's Environmental Education and Youth Organisation that works to conserve the environment and empower young people. ECO-UNESCO is affiliated to the World Federation of UNESCO Clubs, Centres and Associations (WFUCA). We are a key partner of the UNESCO Global Action Programme on Education for Sustainable Development. ECO-UNESCO’s aims are: - to raise environmental awareness, understanding and knowledge of the environment among young people - to promote the protection and conservation of the environment - to promote the personal development of young people through practical environmental projects and activities - to promote the ideals of UNESCO ECO-UNESCO provides a wide range of programmes and services, which include: - Environmental Youth Programmes including Environmental Events and Activities, Environmental Workshops, ECO-UNESCO Clubs, - ECO-Youth Choices Programme and Youth for Sustainable Development Programme. - Young Environmentalist Awards Programme which honors the work of young people between the ages of 12 and 18 who protect, conserve and enhance our environment through local environmental projects, making a difference to their lives and the lives of others locally and globally. - Training Programmes; include Training Courses, workshops, QQI accredited courses, a Drugs Prevention and Awareness Programme (ECO-Choices), Green Youth Employability programmes. - Education Resources focused on environmental education and environmental youth work aimed at young people, leaders and teachers. - Consultancy services to groups and agencies who want a specialist approach to environmental education environmental youth work and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). - ECO-Sustainability Awards for community and voluntary organisations who are committed to becoming more green and sustainable. More information at www.ecounesco.ie