GreenVET pathway

Original language

English

Original title of the resource

Sustainability Face of the Month: Meet Parallel Studies Student Elpida Tzemari

English translation of the title

Organization

The American College of Greece (ACG)

Year of the publication

2025

Keyword

SDG 4: Quality education

Keyword

SDG 12: Responsible consumption and production

Keyword

SDG 13: Climate action

Format

Best Practice

Vocational/professional sector

 

Sector

Various sectors

What is the resource about?

This article highlights Elpida Tzemari, a student in the Parallel Studies programme at ACG, as part of the college’s Sustainability Face of the Month series, showcasing individuals committed to sustainable and socially impactful practices. It describes how Elpida incorporates sustainability into her studies and daily habits — recycling, composting, reducing food waste, and using reusable items — to lower her environmental footprint. The piece celebrates student leadership and engagement in sustainability both on and off campus

What is the resource about? (in English)

Why is the resource useful for VET actors?

This resource is useful for VET actors because it presents a concrete example of a young learner actively applying sustainability principles in everyday life and academic contexts, which can inspire similar initiatives in vocational settings. It also highlights how student leadership and personal engagement in sustainability can complement formal education, an important theme for curriculum designers and trainers aiming to embed sustainability competences in VET programmes. Finally, it demonstrates that sustainability practices are accessible and relevant to all fields of study and career pathway

Why is the resource useful for VET actors? (in English)

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