Water is worth saving: to protect supply and aquatic habitats
While this warm spell is very welcome to most of us, it maybe causing some issues for farmers and Irish Water. Today, Irish Water has posted a notice to say
Education
Education Resource
Water Education Resource for teachers
Information on water education providers in Ireland, a 6 page printable resource with information on water education programmes being provided across the country, including links to websites and further information.
LINK to resource, download and save or print
Water Matters at Home video – a short animated video showing how to protect water resources every day at home
Education Strategy Objectives
Overarching Education Objective
An Fóram’s overarching education objective is:
To collaborate with agencies and education providers to enhance the scale and diversity of water education programmes; facilitate networking and support resource sharing; initiate awareness campaigns that illuminate the value of water for personal, societal and economic well-being.
Education Strategy Sub-Objectives
This overarching objective is supported by three sub-objectives:
- Assess current education and awareness programmes, identify gaps and opportunities to address these
- Identify opportunities for co-operation and sharing of resources in relation to translating the science for public dissemination, and development of education and awareness programmes
- Lead on the development of an awareness programmes in relation to significant issues pertaining to the water environment (conservation, value of water, water quality)
An Fóram Uisce is currently in the process of implementing the Education strategy.
