GreenVET pathway

Community Presentations on Sustainable Vocations (Making students experts in the communities)

Vocational students deliver public presentations where they teach community members practical, sustainability-focused knowledge from their own professional fields. These events promote environmental awareness and empower students as educators and advocates.

Key People and Partners Involved

Students and teachers
Vocational schools and educators
Local libraries and community centers
Municipal sustainability offices
Community members and local businesses

Description of the practice

This best practice centers on vocational students becoming sustainability educators for their local communities. Students prepare and deliver presentations that share practical, eco-friendly knowledge from their own fields of study. For example, electrical students might teach how to reduce household energy consumption, forestry students might explain sustainable behaviour in the forest, and cosmetology students might demonstrate how to choose and use environmentally friendly beauty products.

The events are hosted in accessible public spaces such as libraries or community centers, and are open to all community members. Teachers support students in developing their content and presentation skills, while local partners help with event organization and outreach. These sessions often include hands-on demonstrations, tips for everyday sustainability, and opportunities for audience interaction.

This approach not only raises awareness of sustainability but also builds students’ confidence, communication skills, and sense of responsibility. It strengthens the connection between vocational education and real-world environmental challenges, while fostering a culture of lifelong learning and community collaboration.

Where it’s being implemented

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Impact and Results

Community members gain practical sustainability knowledge
Students feel a responsibility to spread awareness of sustainability in their field.
Students develop teaching and public speaking skills
Stronger ties between schools and local communities
Increased visibility of vocational education's societal value

Implementation Tips and Insights

Let students choose topics they are passionate about within their field
Include live demonstrations or hands-on activities
Collaborate with local experts or businesses for added value
Promote events through schools, social media, and local networks
Record presentations to share online or use in future lessons