Sfide: first edition of educational workshops about green jobs concluded

On January 20, 2025, the Don Gaspare Morello Artistic High School in Mazara del Vallo hosted the final event of the first edition of *Green Jobs - Educational Workshops*, an initiative based on the challenge-based method designed to engage young people with careers in the ecological transition. This initiative is part of the project Sfide - Generazioni in Crescita and aims to raise awareness among young people about environmental sustainability while preparing them for green careers through an innovative and engaging learning approach.

The *Sfide* project, supported by the European Union under the Next Generation EU program and the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR), seeks to combat educational poverty and reduce school dropout rates through an integrated approach combining formal and non-formal education.

Creativity and sustainability: board games for the future

Over the past few months, students participating in the program designed and prototyped four board games inspired by environmental sustainability. Using simple materials such as modeling clay, cardboard, and colored pens, the games incorporate mechanics that encourage reflection on topics like the climate crisis and active participation for a greener world. In addition to conceptualization, students worked on the design and rulebook creation, showcasing creativity and dedication in producing original projects.

Final event: presentation and feedback

During the final event, students presented their games to a panel of judges from La Taverna dei Giochi, an association based in Mazara del Vallo that promotes social integration and cohesion through the culture of gaming. The games were tested during the event, and the students received constructive feedback to further improve the effectiveness and appeal of their creations.

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Looking Ahead to the Second Edition

The first edition concluded successfully, but the journey of Green Jobs is far from over. Soon, new classes from the Don Gaspare Morello Artistic High School will participate in the second edition, aiming to create new board games. At the end of the second edition, a final event will bring together participants from both editions, allowing students to play and share their creations in a moment of collective learning and enjoyment.

The Sfide Project

The Sfide project is funded by the European Union through the Next Generation EU program - PNRR M5C3 - Investment 1.3, which includes structured socio-educational interventions to combat educational poverty in Southern Italy, supported by the third sector. The project is led by Casa della Comunità Speranza (CCS), with support from partners such as Fondazione Comunitaria di Agrigento e Trapani, AVSI, Solidarietà ed Azione, Euroform, Zaffiria, I.C. “Borsellino-Ajello”, Cooperativa Sociale Alma, and I.C. “Grassa”.

** Want to Follow the Sfide Project Activities?**

Visit the project's website and follow us on social media to stay up to date. For participation or more information, contact Alessia Gambino at a.gambino@fcagrigentotrapani.it.