ECO-UNESCO Clubs Programme
Get in the Club!
The ECO-Clubs programme is a great way to give focus and structure to a group of young people who are interested in environmental issues. It’s free and open to any group of young people taking environmental action or considering environmental issues. It provides a focus for activities and an identity. Join a network of over 300 ECO-UNESCO Clubs across the country, and help protect your environment!
As an ECO-UNESCO Clubs your group will receive:
- Ongoing support and advice from the ECO-UNESCO Clubs Officer on running environmental action projects, campaigns, events and activities.
- Opportunities to participate in free events and workshops throughout the year
- A welcome pack which includes a Clubs handbook containing helpful advice on planning, organising, and group activity ideas
- Information and training sessions for group members and leaders about how to set up and run a club.
- Opportunities to take part in ECO-UNESCO’s environmental events such as the Young Environmentalist Awards and the N
ational Youth ECO-Forum. - Discounts on ECO-UNESCO’s training and workshops.
- Opportunities to link with other ECO-UNESCO clubs around Ireland.
Why set up an ECO-UNESCO Club?
- Raise environmental awareness in your school and community.
- Develop new personal skills such as communication, team-building and leadership skills.
- Learn planning and management skills involved in setting up and running a club.
- Meet other young people who are interested in environmental issues.
- Take action to protect your local environment
- Have fun taking part in environmental action projects, campaigns, events and activities.
To find out more information or to establish an ECO-UNESCO Club, contact Dunchadh at clubs@ecounesco.ie or call us on +353 1 662 5491.
Think Globally Act Locally
ECO-UNESCO is part of the World Federation of UNESCO Clubs, Centres and Associations (WFUCA). As an ECO-UNESCO Club you’ll be part of a global network of UNESCO Clubs.
