| 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  Mar Menor, Murcia, 2021 In 2021, the people of Mar Menor, Spain, gathered to protest an ecological disaster in their lagoon. Inspired by this community action, young participants in “Common Ground” practices now explore their own values around nature and justice. By walking, debating, and creating value maps, they discover what unites them. These shared values, like care, respect, and fairness, become the roots of future climate actions that connect people across generations https://www.ecologistasenaccion.org/183695/colapso-del-mar-menor-una-catastrofe-sin-precedentes/ | |
| Step-by-Step Description | ||
| Time: (mins) | Activity Description: Include all the steps needed, Include notes for the facilitation. | |
| 20 mins | STEP 1: introduction Start 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 Debate Set 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 Map On 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 Circles Sit 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 & Reflection Walk 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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Story Seeds: Imagining Green Futures Together
SP.5 SP.5 – Story Seeds: Imagining Green Futures Together Partner organization (who designed it) Partner organization: YOMN Overall description (Tell us the story of this activity) This interactive practice helps young people imagine and co-create hopeful futures for the planet. Using storytelling, drawing, and collective visioning, participants reflect on today’s ecological problems and plant the ‘seeds’ of alternative, sustainable futures. The activity blends personal reflection with group creativity and results in a visual Story Garden expressing shared eco-dreams. Total Duration: 3 hours Group size: 10–20 youth participants (ages 14–25) List of materials: (from pens to papers to Wi-Fi to an elephant) Paper seeds or shapes, markers, colored pencils, large paper, glue, tape, sticky notes, relaxing music, optional outdoor setup Activity’s objectives: (what do you want to achieve by delivering this activity) – Foster imagination and hope in response to the ecological crisis
– Encourage critical thinking and creative storytelling
– Build group connection through collective dreaming
– Empower youth as storytellers and eco-visionariesmemory archive timeline: information, picture and link. e.g. short story. Photo: free image- Pexels 
Inspired by Rural Traditions Across many villages in Europe, elders have passed down stories about nature, farming, and local traditions. The “Story Seeds” practice draws from this rich history. In workshops, youth and seniors create small tales inspired by personal memories, then plant symbolic seeds—both real and metaphorical—for the future. These seeds represent shared dreams and resilience, proving that even small stories can grow into powerful messages of sustainability and togetherness resilience, hope, and sustainability during difficult times. https://elpais.com/espana/madrid/2021-06-28/el-huerto-despues-del-virus.htmlStep-by-Step Description Time: (mins) Activity Description: Include all the steps needed, Include notes for the facilitation. 20 mins STEP 1: Introduction & Energizer Greet participants and introduce the theme: imagining a better future for the planet. Play a movement game like ‘Eco Charades’ (mime different environmental issues or solutions) to warm up the body and mind. 30 mins STEP 2: Story Seeds – Personal Reflection Give each person a small paper ‘seed’ (cut-out shape). Ask them to write or draw one change they want to see in the world (e.g. clean rivers, more trees, eco transport). They decorate it with symbols and colors that match their message. 30 mins STEP 3: From Crisis to Vision In small groups, youth discuss:
– What problems worry you the most today?
– What kind of future do you want instead?
– What values should guide this change?
Each group shares highlights with the whole room.40 mins STEP 4: Story Garden Creation Give each group large paper and art supplies. Their task: draw a garden of the future using the seeds created earlier. Include characters, eco-solutions, and symbols of justice, cooperation, and care. This is a creative space—there is no wrong way to do it. 30 mins STEP 5: Story Circle Each group presents their Story Garden and tells a short collective story: ‘Once upon a time, we changed our world by…’ Encourage fun, dramatic telling. Peers give feedback by clapping or adding sticky notes with kind thoughts. 30 mins STEP 6: Reflection & Takeaways In a closing circle, ask:
– What story will you carry forward?
– What action will you take next?
– How did it feel to imagine a better world together?
Let youth write a ‘letter to their future self’ and take it home or bury it in a real or symbolic space.Extra information we need to take into account. Notes for facilitation etc (in case needed) Allow creative freedom and emotional safety. Offer options for drawing, writing, and speaking. Encourage inclusion and validate all contributions. Storytelling is a powerful tool—let youth lead the tone and message. Preparations for the activity: (what do you need to do, who needs to do it, etc.) – Cut out paper ‘seeds’ or leaves
– Set up a creative space with tables, cushions, or outdoors if possible
– Prepare markers, big paper sheets, stickers, and tape
– Create a corner for displaying the Story GardensEvaluation 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 feedback wall or ‘emotions barometer’ with stickers
– Ask for one-word reflections from each person
– Keep photos of gardens or stories as part of your youth work archiveExpected Outcomes: What are the expected learning outcomes, social outcomes, or other benefits. Describe how it contributes to collecting and sharing socio-ecological memories. Youth will feel inspired, seen, and motivated to create change. They’ll explore their hopes and fears about the environment in a safe space. This session helps youth shift from eco-anxiety to eco-imagination and strengthens their voice in climate conversations. Appendices (If relevant – handouts, internet links, etc.) -
Voices in Motion: Moving Dialogue for Climate Justice
SP.4 SP.4 – Voices in Motion: Moving Dialogue for Climate Justice Partner organization (who designed it) Partner organization: YOMN Overall description (Tell us the story of this activity) This dynamic practice uses body movement, space, and dialogue to explore feelings and ideas about the climate crisis. Participants physically respond to statements and questions by moving around the space. This activity builds empathy, uncovers diverse perspectives, and promotes respectful expression. It’s ideal for groups who enjoy active participation and non-verbal learning. Total Duration: 2.5–3 hours Group size: 10–25 participants (ages 14+) List of materials: (from pens to papers to Wi-Fi to an elephant) Tape or signs for floor, speakers/music, printed prompt cards, water for breaks, cushions or chairs for reflection. Activity’s objectives: (what do you want to achieve by delivering this activity) – Promote body-based learning and emotional expression
– Build empathy and understanding across different views
– Create a safe space for honest conversation about the climate crisis
– Strengthen group connection and shared responsibilitymemory archive timeline: information, picture and link. e.g. short story. Barcelona, Spain, 2019 In Barcelona, 2019, young climate activists took to the streets with movement and music. Through flash mobs and public gestures, they expressed their emotions about climate change. These creative actions inspired the “Voices in Motion” practice, where participants today move around a room to show how they feel about environmental issues. It’s a way to speak without words, to build empathy, and to connect people from different ages through movement and care for nature https://elpais.com/elpais/2019/03/15/album/1552649917_982870.html Photo: free image- Pexels
Step-by-Step Description Time: (mins) Activity Description: Include all the steps needed, Include notes for the facilitation. 15 mins STEP 1: Welcome & Movement Warm-Up Gather the group in a circle. Start with light movement games: shaking arms, walking in rhythm, mirror game (copying each other’s movements). Remind the group there are no wrong movements—just free expression. 30 mins STEP 2: Stand Where You Feel Mark out spaces on the floor with ‘Agree’, ‘Neutral’, and ‘Disagree’. Read statements like:
– ‘The climate crisis makes me feel anxious.’
– ‘Older generations are to blame for climate change.’
– ‘Youth voices are heard by leaders.’
Participants walk silently to where they stand. Invite a few to share why they chose that spot.30 mins STEP 3: Walk Your Feelings Ask youth to walk around the space and change their pace based on prompts:
– Walk like you’re carrying the Earth’s future
– Walk as if you’re full of hope
– Walk as if you’re tired of fighting for change
Then pause and reflect. What did your body tell you? What did you notice in others?45 mins STEP 4: Climate Movement Circle In small groups, invite each person to create one gesture that shows how they feel about climate justice. Teach it to the group and connect them into a short movement sequence or dance. Perform together as a collective ‘movement story’. 30 mins STEP 5: Dialogue in Pairs Sit in pairs and answer:
– When do you feel most hopeful about the planet?
– What movement today reflected your feeling best?
– What role do you want to play in the climate movement?
Switch partners after 10 minutes.30 mins STEP 6: Closing & Collective Gesture Come together in a circle. Ask: What gesture will you take forward into your real life? Each person shows a final personal movement. Repeat them together to close the session with unity. Extra information we need to take into account. Notes for facilitation etc (in case needed) Let participants opt out of movement if they prefer to observe or speak. Keep the space open, welcoming, and non-judgmental. Watch for emotional triggers—offer breaks or quiet corners if needed. Make sure everyone feels safe in their body and voice. Preparations for the activity: (what do you need to do, who needs to do it, etc.) – Clear a large space free of chairs and obstacles
– Mark areas on the floor with paper or tape
– Prepare statement prompts in advance
– Bring music for energizers and the final movement sequenceEvaluation 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 body vote at the end (stand near words like EMPOWERED / UNSURE / MOTIVATED)
– Collect one-word reflections
– Offer space for drawing or journaling to express final thoughtsExpected Outcomes: What are the expected learning outcomes, social outcomes, or other benefits. Describe how it contributes to collecting and sharing socio-ecological memories. Youth will feel more connected to their bodies, emotions, and each other. They will better understand different perspectives and be more open to sharing their own voice in a creative and respectful way. This practice leaves participants with a sense of unity and commitment to action. Appendices (If relevant – handouts, internet links, etc.) -
Green Generations: Intergenerational Skill Swap for Sustainability
Partner organization (who designed it) Partner organization: YOMN Overall description (Tell us the story of this activity) This interactive practice brings youth and elders together to exchange eco-friendly skills and traditional knowledge in a fun, respectful, and hands-on way. Participants take turns teaching each other green skills—from food preservation to DIY natural cleaners or digital eco-activism. The experience fosters intergenerational solidarity, empowers practical learning, and builds shared responsibility for sustainable living. Total Duration: 4 hours Group size: 12–20 participants (half youth, half elders) List of materials: (from pens to papers to Wi-Fi to an elephant) Recycled jars, vinegar, herbs, thread/needles, phones/tablets, markers, paper, flipcharts, speakers for music. Activity’s objectives: (what do you want to achieve by delivering this activity) – Promote mutual respect through shared learning experiences
– Explore and revive traditional and modern green practices
– Encourage intergenerational dialogue and team spirit
– Empower youth to take action and value older generations’ wisdommemory archive timeline: information, picture and link. e.g. short story. “Granada, Spain, 2022 In 2022, Granada saw the rise of “Generaciones Verdes” (Green Generations). Youth and elders met in workshops where they exchanged eco-skills—like preserving food, mending clothes, and growing herbs. In return, young people taught digital tools for climate activism and online campaigns. Together, they created projects like seed bombs and posters for green living. These hands-on moments built respect, friendship, and a shared love for the planet
https://www.lahuellaverdegranada.org/anillo-verde-de-granada/
Photo: free image- PexelsStep-by-Step Description Time: (mins) Activity Description: Include all the steps needed, Include notes for the facilitation. 30 mins STEP 1: Welcome Circle &warm up Begin with a circle and light introduction. Invite everyone to say their name and something they’re good at related to sustainability (e.g., planting, sewing, saving water). Then, play a short partner game: pair up youth with elders and ask them to share one eco tip with each other. 45 mins STEP 2: Elder-to-Youth Skill Share Invite elders to demonstrate or explain a green skill they know well. Examples:
– How to preserve food (pickling, drying)
– How to mend clothes or reuse materials
– How to grow herbs at home
Youth listen, take notes or photos, and ask questions. Organize into 2–3 rotating sharing pairs.30 mins 45 mins – STEP 3: Youth-to-Elder Skill Share Now it’s the youth’s turn to teach digital and modern eco-actions, like:
– Making digital posters about climate action
– Finding sustainable apps
– Recording eco-messages for social media
Make sure elders feel supported. Youth can show step-by-step how to do things on phones or tablets.60 mins STEP 4: Mixed Team Challenge – ‘Eco Mission!’ Form small intergenerational teams. Each team gets a task:
– Create a simple eco-product (natural cleaner, seed bomb)
– Design a poster or short video to share a green tip
– Plan a mini community eco-action (clean-up walk, swap day)
Give teams time to create and prepare. They can draw, write, or record as needed.30 mins STEP 5: Team Presentations Each team presents what they made or planned. Encourage with powerful questions feedback from participants. Use this moment to highlight how teamwork helped and what each person contributed.. 30 mins STEP 6: Reflection & Celebration Close in a circle. Ask questions:
– What did you learn during this activity?
– What surprised you about someone from a different generation?
– What green habit will you try at home? -How did you feel during and at the end of the activity? In which ways you feel you can now commit with nature?
play background music and invite people to write messages or tips on a ‘Wall of Wisdom & Action’.Extra information we need to take into account. Notes for facilitation etc (in case needed) Make sure all skills are safe and doable in the space you have. Support participants and make sure all voices are heard. Provide help for digital parts if needed. Use visuals and hands-on materials to support understanding. Prepare all steps ahead of time. Preparations for the activity: (what do you need to do, who needs to do it, etc.) – Confirm skills and materials needed from both youth and elders
– Prepare space for movement and creative work
– Set up tables or areas for hands-on demos and digital tools
– Print visual instructions or guides to help with clarityEvaluation 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…) – Ask participants to share their favorite skill or moment
– Use short written forms, voice notes, or video reflections
– Observe how groups interact and support one another
– Follow up to see if any shared skills were used at homeExpected Outcomes: What are the expected learning outcomes, social outcomes, or other benefits. Describe how it contributes to collecting and sharing socio-ecological memories. Youth and elders will feel more connected and prouder of their knowledge. Both groups will gain practical green skills and feel motivated to act for the environment together. This activity creates lasting relationships and sparks everyday eco-action across generations. Appendices (If relevant – handouts, internet links, etc.) -
Nature Lab: Youth and Elders Co-Design for the Planet
Partner organization (who designed it) Partner organization: YOMN Overall description (Tell us the story of this activity) This interactive practice encourages intergenerational cooperation by having youth and older adults work together to create eco-friendly solutions for local problems. Through nature observation, shared storytelling, and creative teamwork, they co-design a small prototype project that supports sustainability—like a community garden, clean-up campaign, or recycling station. This practice promotes solidarity, practical learning, and active care for the environment across generations. Total Duration: 3.5 hours Group size: 10–20 participants (mixed ages) List of materials: (from pens to papers to Wi-Fi to an elephant) Markers, paper, flipcharts, tape, photos or phones for picture taking, recycled materials (bottles, cardboard), scissors, glue, seating. Activity’s objectives: (what do you want to achieve by delivering this activity) – Build cooperation between youth and elders on environmental action
– Share ecological knowledge from past and present
– Encourage problem-solving and teamwork
– Create a simple but real project to improve the communitymemory archive timeline: information, picture and link. e.g. short story. Photo: free image- pexels 
In Asturias, Spain, in 2023, a “Natural Laboratory” was born. Young people and older adults walked through the countryside, talked about local nature, and worked side-by-side to design small eco-projects like community gardens and clean-up campaigns. Elders shared traditional knowledge about plants and land use, while youth offered creative ideas using modern tools. This mix of old wisdom and new energy helped transform neglected spaces into places of learning and growth
https://asturias4steam.eu/laboratorio_biomimetico_educacion/Step-by-Step Description Time: (mins) Activity Description: Include all the steps needed, Include notes for the facilitation. 20 mins STEP 1: introduction Start with a name game and one question: ‘What is one thing from nature you care about?’. For example: water, the sea, animals, trees, etc. This create connection and shows shared interests. 30 mins STEP 2: Eco-Stories Across Generations In pairs or small groups (youth and elders), share stories:
– What was nature like when you were younger?
– What has changed?
– What practices were used to care for the Earth? Youth can write or draw the ideas shared.40 mins STEP 3: Nature Walk or Photo Tour Go for a short walk around the area or use printed photos to observe environmental issues or opportunities (trash, trees, empty space, gardens). Let each group take notes or photos of what they see. 60 mins STEP 4: Co-Design for the Planet Back in the room, each group picks one local problem and creates a simple eco-solution. It could be a recycling spot, small garden, water-saving idea, or poster campaign. They make a plan using drawings or materials provided. 30 mins STEP 5: Project presentations Each group presents their idea in 2–3 minutes to the rest of the participants. Encourage positive feedback after each presentation, asking powerful questions. 30 mins STEP 6: Reflection & Next Steps Ask the group;
– What did you learn from someone today?
– How did it feel to create together?
– Can we make these ideas real? Write shared ideas on a big poster and invite local leaders or organizations if possible.Extra information we need to take into account. Notes for facilitation etc (in case needed) Support both youth and elders in expressing their ideas. Use visual aids, big paper, and group leaders if needed. Help manage time and guide groups that are stuck. Make the space accessible and use inclusive language for all ages. Preparations for the activity: (what do you need to do, who needs to do it, etc.) – Invite mixed-age participants from the same neighborhood or school
– Prepare printed photos of local spaces (if no walk is possible)
– Have paper, markers, glue, recyclables, and basic art supplies readyEvaluation 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…) — Ask participants what they liked or found difficult
– Use short interviews or written feedback
– Observe how people worked together and if ideas were realisticExpected 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 feel more connected to nature and each other. New ideas will come up and they will rise awareness on the importance of committing to nature. They will leave with a real idea or project they could do in their community. Youth gain confidence, elders feel valued, and both generations learn to act together for the environment. Appendices (If relevant – handouts, internet links, etc.) -
Time Capsule: Stories for the Future
SP.1 SP.1 – Time Capsule: Stories for the Future Partner organization (who designed it) Partner organization: YOMN Overall description (Tell us the story of this activity) This activity brings together young people and older adults to share memories and experiences about nature and how the environment has changed in the past years. Together, they will create a ‘Time Capsule’ filled with drawings, objects, messages and free creations that reflect their shared thoughts and hopes for the future of our planet. The goal is to connect generations and inspire care for nature through storytelling, creativity, and dialogue. Total Duration: 3 hours Group size: 10–20 participants (young people and older adults mixed) List of materials: (from pens to papers to Wi-Fi to an elephant) Colour markers, large papers, a recycled box, glue, decorations, natural items (leaves, seeds), phones for audio, sticky notes, soft music. Activity’s objectives: (what do you want to achieve by delivering this activity) – Help different generations talk and share memories about nature
– Learn from each other about how the environment has changed in the past years – Create something together that represents everyone’s ideas and hopes.
– Encourage young people and older adults to work together and respect each othermemory archive timeline: information, picture and link. e.g. short story. Global Education Week’s “Time Capsule: Education 2040” Event: Photo: free image- pexels 
In Brussels, during Global Education Week 2021, young people and elders created a “Time Capsule” filled with messages, drawings, and small objects expressing their hopes for education and the planet in 2040. This activity brought generations together to talk about how nature has changed, share memories of their favorite natural places, and imagine a better future. The capsule was sealed to be opened many years later, reminding us that our dreams and stories can inspire future generations. European Global Education Week (GEW) https://www.coe.int/en/web/north-south-centre/the-global-education-weekStep-by-Step Description Time: (mins) Activity Description: Include all the steps needed, Include notes for the facilitation. 20 mins STEP 1.A Welcome & Warm-Up Arrange the group in a circle where they sit comfortably. Ensure that young people and older adults sit alternately to encourage diversity in connections. Introduction:
We are going to share experiences and learn from each other about our connection with nature, and how we face today’s climate crisis and its challenges. Sharing Round: give the same time to think about these 3 questions. Or in groups of 3. Each participant says: Their nameSomething they love about nature (a place, an element, or an experience)Why it matters to them (what feelings or memories are linked to it) In in plenary at the end: How their life would change if it disappeared (e.g., “If the river where I played as a child disappeared, I would lose part of my story.”) __________________________________________________________________________________________ STEP 1.B – Walking Encounters: “Feelings About the Climate Crisis” (12–15 min) Now I invite you all to stand up and walk freely around the room. Connect them to their body sensations, to the present moment, to explore with their senses, the room and the people around them. Brief random encounters, from pairs to small groups. in pairs: ‘How do I feel about the climate crisis?’ Walking in the room. Look for a movement that expresses how you feel. in groups of three: ‘What worries me most about the future?’ Walking in the room. Look for a movement that expresses how you feel. back in pairs: ‘What gives you hope?’ Walking in the room.Look for a movement that expresses how you feel. Make one choreography with those 3 movements. In pairs, share it with your partners. Walking in the room. Reflective questions.30 mins STEP 2. : Memory Circles Pair a young and an older person together, ask them to share a memory about nature that reflects one of the problems regarding climate change in your country. For example: floods happening in Europe, etc Select a problem regarding climate change together. Have some time to reflect about it together. Some reflective questions: (print for each pair)
– What do you remember about these problems in the past? – What has changed since then?
– What good habits did people have in the past that helped with this problem? – As citizens, what can you do to reduce its impact? – How does this situation make you feel? – How could you actively do something about it? Even if it’s a very small thing.30 mins STEP 3: Object Stories Create pairs between young and adults and tell them to create together something that represents HOPE to this problem. It can be anything, the creative process is open; it can be a drawing, a poem, a song, a small theater representation, a short video, etc. Give each pair time to make this creation together. They will have to think about a “story of hope that is behind the creation” that will help to present their creation to the rest of the group. Every pair (young and adult) will present the creation and the short story and what they have created together. 40 mins STEP 4: Make the Time Capsule Give the group a box that will represent the time capsule that will travel in time to 50 years in the future. Tell them pair by pair, to put their creations inside this time capsule and tell to the rest of the group their “story of hope” for the future. This time capsule will represent what they care and hope for, in the future generations. – How do you think people in the future would react to this time capsule? 30 mins STEP 5: Decoration (can be skipped) Let everyone decorate the box with colors, stickers, messages, or natural items. 30 mins STEP 6: STEP 6: Group Reflection Sit in a circle and introduce powerful questions to invite self reflection: – How do you feel at this moment? – Share a meaningful moment you had during the activity. What do you take from it? – did you gain awareness about climate change or about yourself towards this topic? – do you feel you can do something about it? – a small commitment you can have to help the climate crisis?
You can also give out sticky notes so people can write their ideas and post them on a wall.Extra information we need to take into account. Notes for facilitation etc (in case needed) Create a safe space in the group, where everyone can be heard and seen. Help shy people speak and respect when people don’t feel like sharing. Youth can help elders with drawing, writing, or recording. Preparations for the activity: (what do you need to do, who needs to do it, etc.) – Invite youth and older adults from your community
– Ask people to bring small objects or memories
– Prepare guiding questions and materials (paper, colors, tape)
– Set up a table or space to decorate the time capsuleEvaluation of the activity: (Describe how you will explore what worked, what did not, what should be changed, what as the impact, was the objective achieved and to what extent…) – Ask participants what they enjoyed and learned
– Use a group talk or a feedback wall
– Watch how people interact and support each otherExpected Outcomes: What are the expected learning outcomes, social outcomes, or other benefits. Describe how it contributes to collecting and sharing socio-ecological memories. People will feel closer across generations and more aware of how nature has changed. The time capsule helps them remember and share important lessons and dreams. It encourages respect, care for the environment, and teamwork between young and old. Appendices (If relevant – handouts, internet links, etc.)