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Young Dialogue Maker

Our Goal:
Developing youth engagement and participation in creating and implementing local climate and environmental policies. We work towards involving young people in decision-making processes regarding their surroundings, as well as in the creation and implementation of local policies for climate change mitigation and adaptation.

Children and young people are aware of the seriousness of the climate change issue and its impact on life.

Program Young Dialogue Maker develops skills related to communication, participation, and leading dialogue processes, leadership, and engaging stakeholders, so that the voice of the younger generation is heard by local authorities and stakeholders – residents, representatives of institutions, businesses, NGOs, and the media. 

Young people from all corners of the world are engaging in protest actions, organizing climate marches, and trying to influence decision-makers to take concrete steps to protect the environment. These are actions in the field of social activism.

Young people have innovative and creative ideas that can contribute to the development of groundbreaking solutions in the fight against climate change and environmental issues. Youth participation in decision-making processes increases awareness and responsibility among young people, helps build social skills, and gives this important group a sense of impact and purpose in their actions. It fosters social activism into initiatives based on collaboration. The key to success in this area is practicing participation not only at the school level and in working with teachers but also in relation to actual processes taking place within local governments. This requires building openness and understanding between young people and decision-making groups, such as local authorities.

 
 
Children and young people have the right to express their opinions and concerns about climate change. After all, they will live in the world we are building today, and the decisions made now will impact their future.
 
That’s why it’s important to support young people in their environmental efforts and listen to their voices. Collaboration and engagement from all age groups are key to solving today’s climate challenges.
How do we work?
We respond to a real local problem

o define your local problem, we engage in discussions, conduct initial needs assessments within various local stakeholder groups – schools, local government, NGOs, and local businesses. We gather and understand different perspectives. 

Tailored actions

The initial diagnosis helps identify the problem we want to address. We then establish a unique path and action plan that takes into account the challenges and opportunities ahead. 

Broad collaboration and participation

From the start, we actively engage all stakeholder groups to highlight the shared problem that we must solve together. We encourage communication, the exchange of experiences, and feedback in the spirit of social dialogue. 

We learn from examples

We learn from examples case studieshow to conduct public dialogue that includes youth participation in shaping local policy in Poland and other countries. 

We develop stakeholders' competencies

We develop competencies in young people related to building courage, sense of influence, and agency. We enhance teachers' competencies: the ability to listen empathetically, observe, provide feedback, build a collaborative environment, create educational situations, and work based on resources. By engaging local government, local businesses, and NGOs, we show local problems in a different light, broaden perspectives, and demonstrate a possible modern model of cooperation and conducting public consultations. 

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We initiate local dialogue

We jointly plan an event showing the local community an exemplary cooperation of all stakeholders.  

Nov 09, 2017
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Małgorzata Lewandowska

Project Manager

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Write to us and initiate a dialogue in your area about a local problem. Together we can find a solution.
We are an organization focused on action!

See what children have achieved through our projects – students have created around 100 different prototypes, some of which have been implemented. Read also about our other achievements.

FLOODA app for monitoring plants
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FLOODA app for monitoring plants
An innovative Android tool for monitoring the moisture of indoor plants. It uses moisture sensors that send data about the soil's condition directly to the user's smartphone. It allows for precise adjustment of watering amounts, supporting the health and condition of the plants. The user-friendly interface makes plant care easy and efficient.
Solar Bench of Good Energy
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Solar Bench
This is the first Code for Green project at the SSP in Kaczanów – it is located outside the school and provides 24/7 access to USB charging ports powered by solar energy (solar panel). The students designed, raised funds, and built the bench, demonstrating to the local community the benefits of renewable energy sources and promoting conscious use of energy resources.
Air Quality Measurement Station
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Air Quality Measurement Station
The air quality measurement station designed by students from ZSP in Września monitors the concentration of suspended particulate matter around the school and preschool. Designed and 3D-printed, it is equipped with a clear display that allows the community to track air quality in real-time.
Prototype of a fence powering the garden
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Retention Fence Prototype
The prototype of a water-retaining fence, designed for a school garden, was created by students from the Municipal Primary School in Kaczanów. Its function is to collect rainwater without taking up additional space. Fences covered with vegetation can directly irrigate plants, while the soil moisture monitoring system regulates the irrigation process, preventing excessive water usage.
The interactive beehive
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The interactive beehive
The interactive beehive is an educational tool for schools, using panels to showcase the importance of pollinators for biodiversity. Equipped with a location-based app, it was developed at High School No. 8 in Poznań using IT and graphic tools, in collaboration with a student with Down syndrome from the King David Christian School.
Climate Education Handbook
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Climate Education Handbook
The handbook is a practical tool that supports teachers in integrating climate education into schools. Through the method of experiential learning, it develops a sense of agency in children and young people, motivating them to take action for the environment. It teaches planning, evaluation, and responsible decision-making, while fostering empathy, creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and leadership. It inspires students to take independent action in shaping a positive future.
Biodiversity Monitoring App
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Biodiversity Monitoring App
LichenGO is an app developed by ZS in Polkowice that allows users to monitor air pollution using lichens. Users report the presence of lichens, helping to assess the environmental condition in their area. The app enables data collection and analysis using advanced tools, such as thermal cameras. LichenGO promotes learning through hands-on field experiences, fostering empathy and responsibility toward the environment. With an open map, every user can contribute to building the database.
Smart Home
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Smart Home Prototype
Prototyp domu heksagonalnego nagrodzony przez SAP to inteligentny budynek, odpowiednio oszklony, który obraca się w kierunku słońca. Wykorzystuje technologię OZE do efektywnego odzyskiwania energii. Projekt nadal rozwijany przez uczniów Zespołu Szkół Technicznych we Wrześni obejmuje także system przesyłania sygnałów za pomocą wiązek laserowych i podczerwieni.
E-learning Platform
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E-learning Platform
We are building an e-learning platform https://cfg.e-learning.pl, which offers: access to training that enables comprehensive development in the areas of environmental protection and sustainable development, a wealth of educational resources in the form of interactive modules, the opportunity to exchange experiences through chats and discussion forums, participation in practical online workshops, tracking the latest information, and supporting the development of climate and environmental educators.
Summer camps in Suwałki region
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Summer Camps for Children
We have completed three editions of the summer camps at Lake Szelment, during which a total of 140 children participated in sports and environmental activities. The Foundation's project brought together participants from Poland and Ukraine, fostering their collaboration skills. The children explored the life of the lake using the mobile laboratory "MobiLab," learning about biodiversity. The summer camps provided an opportunity for learning, building bonds, and promoting intercultural integration, which was a key element of this year's edition.
Port Suwałki and Port Polkowice
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Port Suwałki and Port Polkowice
„Port Suwałki” and „Port Polkowice” were mobile educational workshops for children from Ukraine who were still enrolled in the Ukrainian education system. Created by the Code for Green Foundation, they provided a safe space for learning, peer integration, and educational support. As part of the "Support for Refugee Children from Ukraine in Poland" project, summer camps, training, and integration activities were conducted, reaching over 600 participants. Both "Ports" operated for 8 hours a day, offering support to children aged 7-18.
MobiLab
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MobiLab
MobiLab is a mobile workshop laboratory that combines new technologies with field activities and data analysis under the guidance of experts. As part of the Code For Green® program, MobiLab enables students and teachers to implement the curriculum in the areas of air quality, biodiversity, and water conservation. Participants learn through experience, using modern tools such as thermal cameras and tablets. Field activities engage students, fostering their critical thinking and empathy towards the natural environment.
Polkowice Climate Dialogue
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Polkowice Climate Dialogue
The Polkowice Climate Dialogue was an event held at Primary School No. 4 in Polkowice, gathering around 250 participants, including youth, entrepreneurs, NGOs, seniors, and local authorities. The meeting aimed to facilitate a joint discussion on climate change, its impacts, and local action opportunities. As part of the initiative, thematic stations were set up, featuring presentations of research, Norwegian experiences, and proposals for climate projects. The conclusions from the event were intended to influence the climate policy of the Polkowice municipality.
Little Garbage Can
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Little Garbage Can
MobiLab - 36 schools (primary and high schools), 698 students participated in the activities, 57 teachers, 95 workshop hours, 21 localities, 2060 km of traveled route. Living Lab - 900 students in the project, 30 teachers, 5800 hours of classes, 150 hours of field activities in national parks, 240 hours at UAM and Wrocław University of Technology. Summer Camps - 140 children in three editions of summer camps. 600 participants in the project for students from Poland and Ukraine.
Interactive Trash Bin "Śmieciuś"
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Little Garbage Can
The "Śmieciuś" (Little Garbage Can) is an interactive project created by students of the IT technical high school in Września as part of the School Living Lab program. Its purpose is to teach waste segregation to the youngest children. Images of waste are displayed on the bin's screen, and after clicking, the appropriate color of the bin lights up, indicating correct segregation. In the future, "Śmieciuś" will communicate vocally with the user - it may therefore become an even more engaging educational tool.
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By supporting our foundation, you help equip children with the tools and knowledge to design solutions for their local environmental problems, thereby contributing to the fight for a better future for the world.

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Our President is an Ambassador of the European Climate Pact
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Polkowice Climate Dialogue – 27-09-2023
We invite you to browse the photo gallery from the Polkowice Climate Dialogue, which took place at Primary School No. 4 in Polkowice. Around 250 participants took part, including representatives of youth from local primary and secondary schools, local businesses and NGOs, seniors, City Hall representatives, and other residents of Polkowice who are actively engaged in social dialogue on climate change and environmental issues in the Polkowice Municipality.
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Polkowice Climate Dialogue
In recent years, we have increasingly witnessed unexpected and extreme weather events such as droughts, floods, fires, and ecological disasters. Many of these incidents could have been prevented with urgent actions in environmental policy. In response to these challenges, we established the Polkowice Climate Dialogue—an event that facilitates the exchange of experiences and cooperation between local government representatives, the scientific community, entrepreneurs, and residents.
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Code for Green Foundation

Headquarters:
Buda Ruska 19 c, 16 -503 Krasnopol

Office:
Pl. Św. Agaty 4 lok.1, 16-500 Sejny

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Działania Fundacji Code for Green w latach 2022-2024 dofinansowane z Funduszy Norweskich w ramach Programu Aktywni Obywatele-Fundusz Regionalny, dzięki grantowi M1/0086
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