The project workshops for "Green schools for youth employability" were held last week from 6th February to 9th February in primary schools of Andra Savčić, Vladika Nikolaj Velimirović, Stevan Filipović and Sestre Ilić in Valjevo. The cycle of workshops planned by the project was successfully completed in these schools.

The workshop participants were fifth, sixth and seventh grade elementary school students, they had the opportunity to engage in discussions and interactive activities about what solar panels are, how they can contribute to environmental protection and why nature conservation is important to us.

During the workshops, it was explained how solar panels use solar energy to produce electricity, thereby reducing the need for fossil fuels and reducing the emission of harmful gases into the atmosphere. Participants had the opportunity to learn about the benefits of using renewable energy sources and how their contribution can affect the preservation of the natural balance.

In addition, the workshops focused on understanding personal responsibility in preserving the environment. Students discussed small but significant changes in their daily habits that can have a positive impact on the environment. Stimulated by discussions, students shared ideas about recycling, waste reduction and energy conservation. During the workshops, the students also worked on writing mini-projects, which are expected to be presented during April next year at the Ideas Fair, where each of the teams within their school will present their ideas.As a conclusion, it was emphasized why the environment is important to us, emphasizing that it is the basis of our survival. Young people are encouraged to think about the long-term consequences of our actions on the planet, and to contribute to the preservation of nature for future generations with their activities.

The workshops were led by Nemanja Petrović, Sara Stamenković and Marija Milosavljević.

The "Green Schools for Youth Employability" project is implemented by the Belgrade Open School in cooperation with the National Youth Council of Macedonia (North Macedonia), the organization Bonevet from Djakovica, (*Kosovo), and the organization Reset - Center for Sustainable Energy Transition (Sarajevo).