by Teachers Anita Surwade, Pushpalata Vind and Zubia Shaikh for BIS Mumbai

Don Bosco Senior Secondary School, Nerul, hosted a transformative workshop focused on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on July 29, 2024. This engaging session was led by AIESEC student volunteers from Pillai’s, SIES, and NMIMS, who brought their expertise and enthusiasm to interact with students from classes V to VIII. The workshop was meticulously designed to enhance students’ understanding of sustainable practices, encourage active participation in environmental conservation, and foster innovative solutions to global sustainability challenges.

The workshop commenced with a comprehensive introduction to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The AIESEC volunteers highlighted the importance and relevance of the SDGs to both global and local environmental and social issues. This foundational segment provided students with a thorough understanding of the principles of sustainable development and the critical role these goals play in contemporary society.

A standout feature of the workshop was the “Sustainable Goal Bingo” game, which made learning about the SDGs both engaging and memorable. This interactive activity allowed students to familiarize themselves with various goals in a fun and educational manner. Following the game, students participated in a reflective exercise where they crafted personal pledges to commit to sustainable practices. These pledges represented both individual and collective commitments to the SDGs, emphasizing the personal responsibility each student holds in achieving these global goals.