Students' Tourism Hub

15/12/2024

As a Partner organization and member of the Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone Secretariat, we joined YICA-the host organization, to Launch the first Local Chapter of the YCC-Freetown

08/12/2024

The students' Tourism Hub has on the 6th December held its Unversity leadership training in Environmental sustainability. The theme of the training: Adaptive and resilient approaches to waste management and deforestation, geared primarily to providing knowledge, technical skills and empowerment to university students to be leaders and champions in the climate actions and Ecotourism. Perspectives including the Ecotourism, Green skills, capacity building in recycling, waste management experience in the hospitality sector and tree-planting success stories were shared.

Our speakers included Henry DAVID Bayoh, Robert A Leigh, Foday Mark Kamara, Phg Samuels, Kwego Yumma, Esther Yealie kamara, and Leslie Jones. Their presentations were meaningful and impactful.

We appreciate our partners, sponsors and the students for their supports all through it.

Bloomberg Philanthropies
Freetown City Council
Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
C40 Cities
Ministry Of The Environment & Climate Change
Youths in Action for Climate Change
Star Catch-up Salone
Plan International
Youth Initiative 4 Climate Action
Environment Protection Agency Sierra Leone
Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs

08/12/2024

04/12/2024

Students Leadership in Sustainability Training
Organized by the Students' Tourism Hub in partnership with Freetown City Council, **Bloomberg, the *Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone and star Catch-up Salone

Theme: "Adaptive and Resilient Approaches to Waste Management and Afforestation"

This one-day training aims to equip university students in Freetown with practical knowledge and leadership skills in sustainability. Participants will explore innovative, multi-sectoral perspectives on waste management and afforestation, fostering a proactive approach to environmental challenges.

- Date: December 6, 2024
- Venue: Freetown
Application Deadline: December 5, 2024

How to Apply:
Interested students are encouraged to submit their applications here https://bit.ly/tourismhub1 before 5pm on December 5th.

Contact Information:
📞 +232 76 226 302
📧 [email protected]

Don't miss this opportunity to make a positive impact and enhance your leadership skills in sustainability!
Freetown City Council
Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
Environment Protection Agency Sierra Leone
Ministry Of The Environment & Climate Change
C40 Cities
Bloomberg Philanthropies
Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs
Star Catch-up Salone

04/12/2024

Her Lordship, the Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr

03/12/2024

Students’ Tourism Hub conducts Pupils Leadership in Sustainability Workshop on the Theme: Adaptive and Resilient Approaches to Waste Management and Deforestation

Today, the Student’s tourism hub, in a bid to eclipse their recent school-to-school sensitization tour on Waste Management and Deforestation, held a workshop to teach school-going pupils about adaptive and resilient approaches to Waste Management and Deforestation. The training had over 8O pupils from about 9 schools. Speakers and experts in Afforestation, waste management, tourism and our partners included Keynote Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr saati, Robert A Leigh, Bayoh, Kanu

The team thanks all the participating schools: The Sierra Leone Grammar School, The Prince of Wales School, The Government Model Secondary School, Government Technical Secondary School, The St Joseph’s Secondary School and the Royal Vision Academy. We’d also thank all our partners: The Freetown City Council, C40 cities, Youth Climate Council, Bloomberg Philanthropies and Youth in Action for Climate Change

Looking forward to a green future
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-planting🌳❤
✨waste management/ Recycling
Freetown City Council
Bloomberg Philanthropies
Ministry Of The Environment & Climate Change
Ministry of Tourism & Cultural Affairs Sierra Leone
C40 Cities
Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
Youths in Action for Climate Change

03/12/2024

Students’ Tourism Hub conducts Pupils Leadership in Sustainability Workshop on the Theme: Adaptive and Resilient Approaches to Waste Management and Deforestation.

Today, the Student’s tourism hub, in a bid to eclipse their recent school to school sensitization tour on *Waste Management and Deforestation* , held a workshop to teach school going pupils about *adaptive and resilient approaches to Waste Management and Deforestation*.

*Mohamed Unisa Kamara*, the Project Lead, started the ball rolling immediately after the welcome address by narrating to the students how the earth found itself in this sticky predicament of climate change. He explained the history of carbon emissions and emphasized a collective approach towards gaining net-zero through the thematic areas of effective *Waste Management practices and Deforestation. *

*Sallieu Kanu*, *The C40 cities* representative in Freetown, stemming from Unisa’s intro, advised young people to take up leadership roles in terms of waste management through sanitation.

Hassan Hindolo Senesie, the President, of the Students' Tourism Hub gave the Welcome Address, Welcomed and appreciated the Pupils, their coordinators, sponsors and partners. He introduced the theme of the training and explained its relevance to sustainable development. He emphasized empowerment, adaptation, controlling waste and inspiration to school pupils to implement what they will learn in the workshop.

*Madam Yatta*, the head of Climate Change of the City Council, highlighted the challenges climate change would present in the future, she said the climate has had a long-term shift over time and that youth should conserve the future for generations to come. She says pupils should reduce energy at home and share climate knowledge.

*Amos Vandi Sartie*, a representative from *Freetown the tree town initiative*, explained the Importance of Tree Planting for Sustainable Development, the Environmental Challenges facing Sierra Leone and the Roles of Trees in Sustainable Development

The team thanks all the participating schools: *The Sierra Leone Grammar School, The Prince of Wales School, The Government Model Secondary School, Government Technical Secondary School, The St Joseph’s Secondary School and the Royal Vision Academy*. We’d also thank all our partners: *The Freetown City Council, C40 cities, Youth Climate Council and Bloomberg Philanthropies.*

Looking forward to a green future
🌎
-planting🌳❤️
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Ministry Of The Environment & Climate ChangeYouth Climate Council Sierra LeoneBloomberg PhilanthropiesC40 CitiesMinistry of Tourism & Cultural Affairs Sierra LeoneEnvironment Protection Agency Sierra LeoneMinistry of Youth Affairs, Sierra LeoneFreetown City CouncilYvonne Aki-SawyerrUN Environment ProgrammeLCOY Sierra LeoneYouths in Action for Climate ChangeMinistry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs Save the Children Sierra LeonePlan International Youths in Action for Climate Change Mohamed Unisa Kamara

03/12/2024

🌿🌟 Be the Change! Join the Pupils’ Leadership in Sustainability Workshop 🌟🌿

🌎 *Theme: *Adaptive and Resilient Approaches to Waste Management and Deforestation
📅 Date: 3rd December 2024
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM Sharp
📍 Venue: Freetown City Council Building, 3rd Floor

Calling all young changemakers! This interactive workshop is designed to inspire and equip pupils with practical strategies for addressing waste management and deforestation. Let’s empower the next generation of leaders to create a greener, more sustainable future! 🌱💡

✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to make an impact! Tag a friend, spread the word, and join the sustainability movement.

🔗 For more details, contact us at 076226302.


Freetown City Council
Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
C40 Cities
Environment Protection Agency Sierra Leone
Ministry Of The Environment & Climate Change
Environment Protection Agency Sierra Leone
Bloomberg Philanthropies
Ministry of Tourism & Cultural Affairs Sierra Leone
Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr
Youths in Action for Climate Change

19/11/2024

On the 19th of November, 2024, the Students’ Tourism Hub executed its first school-to-school tour at the Sierra Leone Grammar School compound. Focusing on sensitising school-going pupils, explaining two broad areas- *Tree Planting and Waste Management*.

They emphasized the effects of tree planting. Identifying the roles trees play in the Carbon Cycle - absorb carbon (C02), providing Oxygen. Its usefulness to biodiversity, conservation, sustainable tourism and economies. Also, pinpointing the impacts of cutting down trees on global warming which disturbs our lives, business and work.

Waste management was also discussed. Its crucial roles in sustainable development, job creation through recycling ♻️, reduction and mitigation of greenhouses-methane, Carbondioxide and carbon monoxide, Responsible waste management practices in schools like reusable water kits to avoid littering of plastics and plastic cups. Waste burying in place of burning etc. on the other hand, the impact of poor waste management- breeding grounds for bacteria( diseases).

Sustainable Tourism relies on adequate treeplanting and waste management. The hub admonished students to mitigate the impact of gases from waste, and that of deforestation while we maximize the practice sustainable tourism in our environments.
Freetown City Council
C40 Cities
Bloomberg Philanthropies
Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
Ministry Of The Environment & Climate Change
Environment Protection Agency Sierra Leone
Ministry of Tourism & Cultural Affairs Sierra Leone

19/11/2024

Students' Tourism Hub, in collaboration with Freetown City Council and Bloomberg Philanthropies, proudly announces its upcoming School to School Tour.

From November 19th to 30th, 2024, we will embark on a journey under the theme: "*Promoting Waste Management and Tree Planting Through Education."*

Join us in fostering environmental protection advocacy and sustainable tourism practices among students!

Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
C40 Cities
Bloomberg Philanthropies
Ministry Of The Environment & Climate Change
Ministry of Tourism & Cultural Affairs Sierra Leone

23/10/2024

Here at the maiden session of LCOY-sierra Leone as a Breakout Facilitator

LCOY Sierra Leone
Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
Ministry Of The Environment & Climate Change
C40 Cities
Environment Protection Agency Sierra Leone
Save the Children Sierra Leone
Ministry of Youth Affairs, Sierra Leone

20/10/2024

🌍Empowering Youth for Climate Action🌱

The Students' Tourism Hub engages in alot of advocacy as we strive for sustainable livelihoods.

Two of our members Hassan Hindolo Senesie and Sydnella Pratt went on a capacity building training to better enhance their work at the Hub.

Star Catch-Up Salone organized a one-day Action Training in Freetown, as an initiative empower young leaders. What our representatives learned not only deepened their understanding of Youth led Advocacy but also Gender-Responsive Climate Solutions, UNFCCC structure and processes.

As one of the facilitators, Hassan Hindolo Senesie spoke on Leveraging the Arts For Climate Advocacy, which is a practice we use at the Students' Tourism Hub.

A huge thanks Star Catch Up Salone for giving us this opportunity to empower youth leaders.

Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
Star Catch-up Salone

17/10/2024

Insights into waste management from the cleaner's perspective.

14/10/2024

We want to thank everyone involved in making a defining success!

With over 350 Lighthouse events across more than 70 countries around the world, and 216 inspiring videos from 51 nations, it's incredible to witness our global community for climate adaptation.

But the call is not over. You can still take action by signing the petition to amplify funding for climate adaptation efforts: https://bit.ly/YCAADpetition

With your help, Global Center on Adaptation and youth organizers like Youth Initiative 4 Climate Action have made a lasting change for a more resilient society

14/10/2024

Thank you for the effort aimed at bringing youthful and innovative solutions to climate space

We want to thank everyone involved in making a defining success!

With over 350 Lighthouse events across more than 70 countries around the world, and 216 inspiring videos from 51 nations, it's incredible to witness our global community for climate adaptation.

But our call is not over. You can still take action by signing the petition to amplify funding for climate adaptation efforts: https://bit.ly/YCAADpetition

With your help, we have made a lasting change for a more resilient future!

14/10/2024

The Students' Tourism Hub is inviting applications for Dissertation and Long Essay Grants on Waste Management and Tree planting.

Wastes and tree-cutting are both Tourism-climate issues in our country and are popular among students.

This grant will further the activism and education on tourism-climate solutions to waste management and tree planting by empowering youths to provide viable data that can be useful for the future.

The grant will be awarded to eligible and qualified students after thorough evaluations.

*WHO CAN APPLY?*
1. Final Year students in any university in Freetown.
2. Students currently writing their dissertations or long essays and whose projects/topics are on either *Waste Management* or *Afforestation*

Interested individuals can apply through this link: https://bit.ly/4gYXN3z

*Note: all applicants will be required to show proof of their student status and will be screened.*

For more information or further inquiries email or contact us: [email protected] and/or +23276226302

Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
Bloomberg Philanthropies
C40 Cities
Freetown City Council
Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs
Ministry Of The Environment & Climate Change
Environment Protection Agency Sierra Leone

12/10/2024

STUDENTS’ TOURISM HUB

The Youth Climate Adaptation Action Day, organised by the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) on the 12th of October 2024 is the largest running annual youth adaptation event taking place in over 100 countries around the world.
This mobilization of young people driving adaptation actions focuses on how young people can play a big role in helping communities in Sierra Leone and around the world adapt to climate change and our goals align with such movement.

Today some members of the Students' Tourism Hub attended a Lighthouse event by YICA-SL. We got to interact with many like-minded individuals. The Hub has been on the journey of advocating for sustainable livelihoods through Tourism and we are passionate about climate actions while focusing on our local communities and schools.

Our participation was felt during the breakout session as one of our members Hassan facilitated a group discussion.

With panel discussions, breakout sessions and the highlight of the event, an educative présentation on the Theme: 'Empowering Youth for Climate Resilience: Advancing Adaptive Solutions for Sierra Leones Future' by the keynote speaker Mr. Henry David Bayoh, the first YCAAD was a success.

We from the Students' Tourism Hub were fortunate to grace such an event. We look to creating more awareness.



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Youth Climate Council Sierra Leone
Youth Initiative 4 Climate Action
Global Center on Adaptation

08/10/2024

IDEP - African Institute for Economic Development and Planning trained, qualified and competent Climate Change Negotiator.