| SP.6 | SP.6 – Common Ground: Mapping Shared Values for the Planet | |
| Partner organization (who designed it) | Partner organization: YOMN | |
| Overall description(Tell us the story of this activity) | This interactive practice invites young people to explore their personal values and find common ground with others in the group around ecological and social justice themes. Through walking debates, visual mapping, and collaborative dialogue, participants build a ‘Values Map’—a creative visual representation of the shared principles that can guide collective climate action. This practice strengthens community bonds, opens up insightful conversations, and connects personal identity with global responsibility. | |
| Total Duration: | 3 hours | |
| Group size: | 10–20 youth participants (ages 14–24) | |
| List of materials:(from pens to papers to Wi-Fi to an elephant) | Large paper sheets, markers, value cards, glue/tape, sticky notes, printed quotes, objects for talking circle (stone, stick, etc.), music (optional) | |
| Activity’s objectives:(what do you want to achieve by delivering this activity) | – Explore personal and shared values around ecology and justice – Foster empathy and active listening through dialogue – Encourage youth to reflect on their role in social-ecological change – Create a collective visual that inspires future action | |
| memory archive timeline: information, picture and link. e.g. short story. | Photo: Vicente Vicéns / AGM | |
| Step-by-Step Description | ||
| Time:(mins) | Activity Description: Include all the steps needed, Include notes for the facilitation. | |
| 20 mins | STEP 1: introductionStart with an energizer like ‘Values Walk’: Call out things like ‘I care about animals!’ or ‘I save water at home!’ Who agrees steps into the circle. | |
| 30 mins | STEP 2: Walking DebateSet up a space with ‘I Agree’ and ‘ I Disagree’ signs on opposite sides. Read out statements; Technology can solve the climate crisis, Individual actions have more impact than government policies, Economic growth is incompatible with environmental sustainability, Young people should lead climate action efforts, Renewable energy can fully replace fossil fuels, Consumer behavior is the main cause of ecological destruction, Rich countries should bear most responsibility for addressing climate change, We should prioritize protecting ecosystems over creating jobs, Education is the most powerful tool for environmental change.Participants will move to the side of the room where they stand. After each statement, ask a few people to explain their position. why did they move there? | |
| 30 mins | STEP 3: Value Cards Hand out cards with different values (e.g., equality, care, innovation, tradition, activism). In small groups, sort them into: – Important for me – Important for our community – Important for the planet. Talk about where you agree or differ and why. | |
| 40 mins | STEP 4: Collective Values MapOn a big poster, draw a tree or river. In groups, write key values on leaves or stones and place them on the drawing. Add symbols, quotes, or pictures to make it personal. This becomes your group’s ‘map’ of what matters most. | |
| 30 mins | STEP 5: Dialogue in CirclesSit in small circles. Each person will share their answers: – What value motivates you to act for the planet? – How can we respect different views while working together? – What’s one value we all share? You can pass around a ‘talking object’ to take turns of sharing. | |
| 30 mins | STEP 6: Gallery Walk & ReflectionWalk around to see each group’s Values Map. Add positive comments or symbols using sticky notes. In a final circle, share one value you’ll carry into your daily life or activism and share how you would do it. | |
| Extra information we need to take into account. Notes for facilitation etc (in case needed) | This session may include sensitive or conflicting opinions. Create a safe, respectful space. Use inclusive language and guide groups gently through emotional or intense topics. ask them to identify their emotions, and to speak in first person, “I think, I feel, I do”. | |
| Preparations for the activity:(what do you need to do, who needs to do it, etc.) | – Prepare value cards, sticky notes, and large paper for the map – Choose open and calm space for movement and dialogue – Print or draw visuals (tree, river, compass) for mapping – Have a few sample values ready to help groups get started | |
| Evaluation of the activity:(Describe how will you explore what worked, what did not, what should be changed, what as the impact, was the objective achieved and to what extent…) | – Use a reflection circle or ‘values ladder’: what value rose higher for you today? – Ask youth to write down what they learned on a sticky note – Save the values map for display or follow-up workshops | |
| Expected Outcomes: What are the expected learning outcomes, social outcomes, or other benefits. Describe how it contributes to collecting and sharing socio-ecological memories. | Participants will leave with a stronger understanding of their own values and how to work respectfully with others. They will feel part of a group that shares key principles and be more confident speaking about justice, care, and sustainability. | |
| Appendices(If relevant – handouts, internet links, etc.) | ||
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