The inaugural edition of the REEF Ambassadors Program in 2023 marked a pivotal milestone in empowering rural youth to take active roles in environmental and cultural advocacy. Sixteen youths, aged 13 to 18, from Akkar embraced the program’s vision, participating in comprehensive training and activities that combined environmental education with creative expression.
Informative discussions covered topics such as ecology, sustainability, arson fires, and the importance of environmental preservation.
Participants learned about zero-waste principles and applied them in an art session using recycled materials.
Ambassadors were introduced to film criticism, screening several works and awarding one medium-length film.
A session on filming techniques and conducting interviews culminated in hands-on practice, as participants interviewed filmmakers and workshop attendees.
The 2023 REEF Ambassadors became trailblazers for youth-led environmental advocacy in Akkar. Their enthusiasm and dedication established a strong foundation for future cohorts, creating a growing network of young leaders committed to biodiversity protection, creative expression, and collective action.
harnesses the power of arts and knowledge-sharing to raise awareness of environmental protection, foster connections among rural communities, and inspire the crafting of a new collective narrative.