Kids Learn Sustainability
A week-long environmental awareness event hosted by the Southern Municipality has drawn enthusiastic crowds of families and children, blending education with creativity through the interactive initiative "Little Municipalities Village."
Held from July 12th to 18th at Oasis Mall in Riffa, the event concluded with a ceremony honouring contributors, volunteers, and partners who helped bring the programme to life.
Engineer Isa Abdulrahman Al-Buainain, Director General of the Southern Municipality, and Abdullah Ibrahim Abdul Latif, Chairman of the Southern Municipal Council, led the appreciation ceremony, recognising youth volunteers, Bahraini artists, and private and government sector participants.
Community Spirit in Action
Al-Buainain described the initiative as a resounding success that resonated with children and parents alike. He said the event was part of the municipality's broader strategy to enhance public environmental awareness, correct negative behaviours, and highlight the importance of cleanliness in achieving sustainability.
In 2024, Bahrain ranked among the top five GCC countries in municipal innovation initiatives targeting youth engagement and environmental sustainability.
Fun and Learning for Kids
The event featured multiple educational zones designed specifically for young participants. These included:
Hands-on eco workshops (e.g. painting glass, recycling plastic containers, creating cardboard models)
Interactive storytelling sessions with environmental themes
Face painting
Mini-lectures reinforcing sustainability at home and in the community
Short films explaining the municipality's services
Much-loved characters such as Saeed and Droopy, a water bottle mascot made from recycled materials, helped convey key messages about environmental conservation in fun, accessible ways.
Creative Collaboration
The event saw strong participation from Bahraini artists Khalil Al Rumaithi, Al Bassam Ali, and Mohammed Saqr, who engaged children through live performances, games, and prize giveaways.
Al-Buainain thanked all the partners involved, including:
The event successfully merged fun with education, promoting a strong environmental message to the Kingdom's next generation.
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