As part of its mission to foster a generation of environmentally conscious leaders, the Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative (BBYDI), a prominent non-governmental organization, recently conducted a two-day Climate Change Education and Environmental Sensitization program in Ibadan, Oyo State.
The training reached hundreds of secondary school students across three schools.
Held on November 6 and 7, the program was facilitated by BBYDI’s Head of Climate Change and Women Empowerment, Ramat Jadesola Owolabi, alongside team members Akintunde Yusuf and Adesina Ayomide.
Through dynamic sessions and hands-on learning activities, BBYDI introduced its Climate Champs Flashcards—an innovative educational resource designed to simplify complex climate concepts and inspire fun action.
The Flashcards covered topics such as climate change causes, environmental protection practices, and actionable steps for sustainability.
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In her discussions with students, Ramat emphasized the importance of environmental stewardship, noting, “Preserving our environment is crucial to preserving our lives.
The air we breathe, the water we drink, and the climate we depend on are all affected by how we treat our surroundings. If we neglect our environment, we end up breathing in the damage we’ve caused.” 
She encouraged students to practice sustainable habits like waste reduction, tree planting, and avoiding harmful practices such as indiscriminate dumping, which can lead to erosion and pollution.
Ramat urged students to see themselves as “Climate Champs” who can make small but impactful changes in their communities.
The training sessions were conducted at Lagelu Grammar School, Loyola College, and Bishop Phillips Academy, reaching students in areas where climate awareness is particularly critical. 
Students engaged actively, asking questions, sharing their thoughts on environmental challenges, and discussing possible actions to protect their communities from the effects of climate change. 
BBYDI remains committed to expanding its climate education programs to more schools and communities. Through programs like this, BBYDI is nurturing a climate-aware generation that will lead sustainable environmental practices and drive positive change.
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