Imagine Durban is now working closely with WWF/WESSA (Wildlife Society of South Africa) Ecoschools. In its first joint initiative they will be hosting a two and a half day conference for teachers in the eThekwini Municipality who are passionate about developing awareness and education on all matters concerning sustainable development. Since 2010 is the International Year of Biodiversity, the theme of this conference highlights “Biodiversity and Ecosystem services – supporting Teaching and Learning”. You are invited to take advantage/ participate/ share and learn from the Eco-Schools Team of vast experiences. The details of the conference are as follows:
 
Date: 3-5 March 2010
Venue: Chatsworth Youth Centre, R K Khan Circle, (above Chatsworth Town Centre)
Event: 2010 Eco-Schools Conference (KwaZulu-Natal region)
Cost: R800 per person (incl vat)*
*(A limited number of concessions are available on application)
 
If you are keen to attend contact Dorothy Lutchmiah on 031 311 4277 or Cinthia Naidoo on 031 311 4272 or e-mail lutchmiahd@durban.gov.za or naidoohi@durban.gov.za

Some aspects that will be covered during the conference include:
1. Introduction to Eco-Schools for new schools/ supporters.
2. Taking a deeper look into the five Eco-Schools themes
3. Environmental Education in the National Curriculum Statement (NCS).
4. Sharing session for schools/teachers
5. Exhibitions
6. Award Ceremony
 
Accommodation and travel costs should be arranged by the participant. Lunches and teas will be provided for at the conference.

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