Periodistas por el planeta / Journalists for the Planet

Periodistas por el planeta / Journalists for the Planet

Periodistas por el planeta / Journalists for the Planet

Language:

English, Spanish

Grade/Age:

Middle (12-14)

Subject:

Creative Language Arts

Global Goals:

4: Quality Education; 13: Climate Action; 14: Life Below Water; 15: Life on Land; 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Dates:

September 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027

Community Service Verification Eligible:

Yes

Project Description:

Proyecto Comunitario: “Periodistas por el Planeta: Inspirados por Mermaid Elle”

Este proyecto comunitario invita a los estudiantes a desarrollar habilidades de lectura, investigación, escritura periodística y participación social a partir de la obra Mermaid Elle: Saving the Seas de Elle Jiménez. Mediante la metodología de Aprendizaje Basado en Proyectos Comunitarios (ABPC), los participantes analizan problemáticas ambientales locales, establecen vínculos con los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS) y diseñan acciones concretas para promover el cuidado del planeta.

A lo largo de doce semanas, los estudiantes elaboran biografías, reseñas, crónicas y artículos de opinión, participan en un encuentro virtual con la autora, realizan investigaciones comunitarias y desarrollan campañas de sensibilización ambiental. El proyecto culmina con la publicación de la revista digital o impresa “Periodistas por el Planeta”, un espacio donde comparten sus aprendizajes, propuestas y acciones, demostrando que el periodismo puede ser una herramienta poderosa para generar conciencia y transformar positivamente su comunidad.

Los grupos son emparejados por el facilitador con otras clases para colaborar en conjunto.

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Community Project: “Journalists for the Planet: Inspired by Mermaid Elle”

This community-based project invites students to develop reading, research, journalistic writing, and civic engagement skills through the book Mermaid Elle: Saving the Seas by Elle Jiménez. Using the Community-Based Project Learning (CBPL) approach, participants examine local environmental issues, connect them to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and design meaningful actions to promote environmental stewardship.

Over the course of twelve weeks, students write biographies, book reviews, feature stories, and opinion articles; participate in a virtual meeting with the author; conduct community-based research; and create environmental awareness campaigns. The project culminates in the publication of the digital or print magazine “Journalists for the Planet,” where students share their learning, ideas, and community actions, demonstrating that journalism can be a powerful tool for raising awareness and inspiring positive change.

Classes are matched by the facilitator with other classrooms to collaborate.

When is the project most active?

Fall, Spring

Length of time to complete project:

12 Weeks

Instructional time required for project:

1-2 Hours

Facilitator(s):

Rosa Herlinda De la Cruz Barrón

Facilitator country:

Mexico

Project Categories

STEM

Creative/Language Arts

Social Sciences

MY HERO Global Media Arts Studio: Hero Stories for a Better World

MY HERO Global Media Arts Studio: Hero Stories for a Better World

MY HERO Global Media Arts Studio: Hero Stories for a Better World

Language:

English

Grade/Age:

Primary Grades (5-11), Middle (12-14), Secondary (15-18)

Subject:

Creative Language Arts, Science, Technology, Engineering, Math

Global Goals:

1: No Poverty; 2: Zero Hunger; 3: Good Health and Wellbeing; 4: Quality Education; 5: Gender Equality; 6: Clean Water and Sanitation; 7: Affordable and Clean Energy; 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth; 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure; 10: Reduced Inequalities; 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities; 12: Responsible Consumption and Production; 13: Climate Action; 14: Life Below Water; 15: Life on Land; 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Communities; 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Dates:

September 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027

Project Description:

Help students discover the heroes in their own communities while building research, media literacy, storytelling, and communication skills. Through guided classroom activities, students create stories, films, art, or audio projects, connect with classrooms around the world, and may submit their work to The MY HERO Project for publication review and consideration for MY HERO contests.

When is the project most active?

Fall

Length of time to complete project:

15 Weeks

Instructional time required for project:

1-2 Hours

Facilitator(s):

Naomi Gledhill

Facilitator country:

United Kingdom

Community Service Verification Eligible:

Yes

Project Categories

STEM

Creative/Language Arts

Social Sciences

GeoClimate Explorers: Geology and AI for Climate Resilience

GeoClimate Explorers: Geology and AI for Climate Resilience

GeoClimate Explorers: Geology and AI for Climate Resilience

Language:

English

Grade/Age:

Secondary (15-18)

Subject:

Science, Technology, Engineering, Math

Global Goals:

3: Good Health and Wellbeing; 4: Quality Education; 6: Clean Water and Sanitation; 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure; 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities; 13: Climate Action

Dates:

September 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027

Community Service Verification Eligible:

Yes

Project Description:

This project supports students understand how geology and climate change are connected. Through inquiry-based and project-based learning, students become young geologists and environmental explorers who investigate real environmental issues in their own communities. During the project, students observe their surroundings, collect and analyze scientific data, and identify local challenges related to climate change, such as flooding, erosion, drought, or landslides. They learn how geological features like rocks, soil, rivers, and landforms affect these environmental problems. Working in teams, students develop practical solutions to help their communities adapt to climate change. They create models, design engineering solutions, prepare awareness campaigns, and suggest sustainable actions to protect natural resources and build safer, more resilient communities. By connecting classroom learning with real-life situations, students discover how science can help solve everyday problems. The project combines **Earth Science, Climate Science, Geography, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Technology, Engineering, Language Arts, and Citizenship Education**. Along the way, students strengthen important 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, digital literacy, and environmental responsibility. Most importantly, **GeoClimate Explorers** encourages students to understand that protecting the Earth is everyone’s responsibility. Through exploration, teamwork, and meaningful action, students become caring citizens who are ready to help create a greener, safer, and more sustainable future for their communities and the world.

When is the project most active?

All Year Round

Length of time to complete project:

4-8 Weeks

Instructional time required for project:

1-2 Hours

Facilitator(s):

Wiwi Rosaria, Suprano Sastro

Facilitator country:

Indonesia

Project Categories

STEM

Creative/Language Arts

Social Sciences

Glo-BALL

Glo-BALL

Glo-BALL

Language:

English

Grade/Age:

Secondary (15-18)

Subject:

Science, Technology, Engineering, Math

Global Goals:

3: Good Health and Wellbeing; 4 Quality Education; 13: Climate Action; 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Communities

Dates:

September 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027

Project Description:

 

The Glo- BALL initiative is a comprehensive educational program designed to integrate arts, environmental science, and digital literacy. This year-long journey empowers students (ages 12–14) to become active contributors to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), fostering confidence, digital competency, global awareness and cultural diversity.

When is the project most active?

All Year Round

Length of time to complete project:

8 Weeks

Instructional time required for project:

1-2 Hours

Facilitator(s):

Mustapha Louznadji, Raja Zayer, Kheira Meziough

Facilitator country:

Turkey

Community Service Verification Eligible:

Yes

Project Categories

STEM

Creative/Language Arts

Social Sciences