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Project Summary / Description:

The ECO Puppet Theater, the first of its kind in the Middle East, uses puppetry to teach children about environmental sustainability, water conservation, and climate change. Through interactive performances, the initiative raises awareness about eco-friendly practices, emphasizing the importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and fostering a sustainable future. The theater aims to inspire young audiences to adopt positive environmental behaviors, addressing pressing challenges like water scarcity and climate change, particularly in regions like Jordan.

How Project Affects Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions:

['Reduces GHGs (e.g., projects that reduce sources of GHGs, such as through efficiency or other changes in consumption)']

Impact on Underrepresented Groups:

The ECO Puppet Theater empowers underrepresented groups, particularly youth, refugees, and children with disabilities, by providing accessible, engaging environmental education. In Jordan, where water scarcity is a critical issue, we specifically target vulnerable communities, including refugee camps and rural areas, where environmental education is limited. Our puppet performances are designed to resonate with diverse audiences, incorporating local culture and languages to ensure relatability.

The project is inclusive by nature, with plays translated into sign language for deaf children, ensuring that children with disabilities can participate fully. This approach makes environmental education accessible to a broader demographic, including those typically excluded from climate-focused initiatives.

Our organization reflects this inclusivity, with team members who come from diverse backgrounds, including those with lived experiences of displacement and disability. We prioritize hiring locally from underrepresented groups, particularly in the refugee and disability communities, ensuring that our staff understands the challenges faced by these populations and can better tailor our content and outreach efforts.

By focusing on these marginalized groups, the ECO Puppet Theater fosters a sense of ownership and empowerment among children and their communities, inspiring them to take an active role in protecting the environment and adopting sustainable practices.

Website:

http://www.puppetsworldjo.com

Mission Statement:

The ECO Puppet Theater aims to inspire and educate children (locals, refugees, disabled including deaf) about environmental sustainability, water conservation, and climate action through engaging puppet performances. By fostering awareness and promoting eco-friendly practices, we aim to create a generation committed to protecting the planet and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Link: Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/PuppetsWorldJo

Link: Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/puppets.world.jo/

Link: LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/puppets-world-for-development-of-children/