Tag: River Activity

River and Water Education Programme for Alhazen Learning Center at Sungai Ara – 21st January 2025

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On January 21, 2025, Water Watch Penang had the pleasure of hosting students from Alhazen Learning Center for an engaging paid educational program. A total of 21 students, aged 6 to 12, along with 4 teachers, participated in the program held at Taman Jajar Sungai Ara from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
The program began with an introduction to Water Watch Penang (WWP) by Ms. Nur Atiqah, WWP’s Education Officer. She highlighted the ongoing global water crisis and emphasized that Penang is one of the water-scarce states. Following her presentation, the students were divided into four groups, each guided by a trained WWP facilitator: Ms. Fatin Azahara (WWP Education Officer), Mr. Yee Jean Chai, Ms. Fatin Amira, Ms. Khor Ci Shan, and supported by Ms. Titi.

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Geography Field Work for Prince of Wales Island International School (POWIIS) – 20th January 2025, Taman Jajar Sungai Ara

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On January 20, 2025, Water Watch Penang (WWP) facilitated a river education program in collaboration with Prince of Wales Island International School, as part of the students’ Geography Fieldwork at Taman Jajar Sungai Ara. The event was attended by 27 students and four accompanying teachers. During the opening session, Ms. Fatin Azahara, the Education Officer of WWP, provided a brief introduction to the organization’s objectives and highlighted the pressing issues related to Penang’s water resources. The hands-on segment of the program was led by Ms. Nur Atiqah (Education Officer) and supported by WWP volunteers which are Ms. Fatin Amira, Ms. Khor Ci Shan, Ms. Titi and Mr. Yee Jean Chai. Together, they guided the students through the river monitoring activities.

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Salcon Smart Water Programme with Teachers and Students – 7th December 2024

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On the 7th December, 2024, Water Watch Penang conducted an engaging river education programme in collaboration with Salcon Engineering Berhad at Taman Rimba Bukit Kerinchi. This initiative was part of Salcon’s long-standing Smart Water Programme, a corporate social responsibility effort now in its 14th year. For these two programmes, WWP’s facilitator guided the teachers of to conduct river education programme. This programme involved 40 students and 4 teachers from SK Bandar Sunway.

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2024 WATER AWARENESS PROGRAMME (STORYTELLING) Little Water Warriors!”

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Prepared by Dr Ng Si Ling

Between June and December 2024, five storytelling sessions were held at kindergartens, welfare homes, and primary schools, reaching approximately 190 children aged 5 to 15 and 22 teachers. The primary goal of the program was to raise awareness about water conservation and the vital role water plays in daily life. Children were introduced to various water-related topics through interactive storytelling, engaging them in discussions about the sources of freshwater, the importance of water, and the need to conserve it for future generations.

The program featured a range of activities, including storytelling, art, craft projects, and practical tips on water conservation. Through these activities, the children learned how water is essential for various aspects of life, such as agriculture, industry, and personal use. They were also taught simple yet effective ways to save water in their daily routines, helping them understand how small actions can have a big impact on preserving this precious resource. The hands-on activities allowed the children to creatively express their newfound knowledge while reinforcing the lessons.

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River and Water Education Programme for Prince of Wales Island International School (POWIIS) – Taman Jajar, Sungai Ara, 10th September 2024

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At the Taman Jajar, Sungai Ara on September 10, 2024, Prince of Wales Island International School (POWIIS) participated in a river and water education event that was successfully planned by Water Watch Penang (WWP).

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