This year JUSTnature made a noteworthy presence at the Science in the City festival with ‘’Eco-Explorer: Unveiling Nature’s Wonders” led by Mohamed Soliman and supported by Dr Edward Duca, Amal Abdelkhalik and others. The stand aimed to promote environmental sustainability and biodiversity through exciting, hands-on activities such as recording and exploring diverse insect and plant species through a magnifying glass, unleashing audience creativity with an augmented reality feature, and transforming an artwork into a living masterpiece using their mobile phone. Fascinating facts were presented in a fun and engaging way to empower the next generation of eco-warriors to protect our planet.
The Eco-Explorer stand at the Science in the City Festival was pivotal in fostering environmental awareness and cultivating a profound connection with the Earth's ecosystems. Mohamed Soliman and Amal Abdelkhalik's, not only educated attendees about the wonders of nature but also encouraged them to develop a stronger sense of responsibility towards the planet.
The JUSTNature Malta team is dedicated to drawing budding students closer to STEM subjects through diverse activities that seamlessly blend Science with the Arts, creating captivating and meaningful experiences. We emphasized that Science is accessible to everyone and resides within and around us, emphasizing our collective responsibility to change the world and inspire others.
The festival spanned two nights, with street festival events at Triton Fountain and Biskuttin Garden on Friday, and Valletta's Square on Saturday. The indoor festival at the Catholic Institute, St Dominic's Theatre, featured presentations, music, dance, and exhibitions.
Activities on both days included interactive booths, a large stage for outdoor performances, experiments, music, fashion workshops addressing fast fashion implications, educational workshops, exhibitions, cinema screenings, installations, and satellite events at the Argotti Garden organized by the Astronomy Society.
A Live Virtual Festival on November 17, hosted at the University of Malta, served as a central hub, with various performances and activities broadcasted via social media and Zoom. The festival emphasized the importance of the European Commission's goals for a greener and more sustainable environment, focusing on the missions of the European Green Deal and Horizon Europe.
This year, a noteworthy emphasis was placed on incorporating sensory-friendly activities into the event to foster a more inclusive dialogue. SITC 2023 was certified as autism-friendly by Prisms Malta, thanks to sensory-friendly activities and workshops provided to festival staff, volunteers, and participants. Diversity and inclusion were the festival's main pillars, creating a strong sense of belonging and openness to new perspectives.
This year, a noteworthy emphasis was placed on incorporating sensory-friendly activities into the event to foster a more inclusive dialogue. SITC 2023 was certified as autism-friendly by Prisms Malta, thanks to sensory-friendly activities and workshops provided to festival staff, volunteers, and participants. Diversity and inclusion were the festival's main pillars, creating a strong sense of belonging and openness to new perspectives.
In conclusion, SITC 2023 offered a cherished and impactful experience, weaving a rich tapestry of ideas and experiences that empower the community to shape a promising and progressive future. The enthusiastic attendance at the festival serves as a testament to its importance in shaping the future of our communities and cultivating an environment that allows change-makers to flourish.
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