22/05/2026
Climate Change Education & Awareness Session, Kids Speech and Quiz Competition at Brainstorming Grammar School Nawabshah as an Outreach Programme of QUEST Nawabshah.
Organized by: IEEE Education Society QUEST Nawabshah Student Chapter & IEEE Sukkur Subsection
Venue: Brainstorming Grammar School Nawabshah
Date: May 20, 2026
An impactful and highly engaging Climate Change Awareness event was successfully organized for school students, aiming to foster environmental literacy and empower the next generation to take proactive measures against environmental degradation.The event combined expert led educational insights with competitive student activities including a speech competition and a technical quiz to reinforce learning. Supported by the leadership of the IEEE Sukkur Subsection and global sustainability networks, the event concluded with the distribution of eco friendly prizes (live plants), academic awards, and refreshments for all participants.
Alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
This community outreach program directly contributed to advancing several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
SDG 13: Climate Action (Target 13.3): This served as the primary driver of the event. By addressing young students, the session directly worked to improve education, awareness-raising, and human and institutional capacity on climate change mitigation, adaptation, and impact reduction.
SDG 4: Quality Education: By integrating technical presentations with competitive speech and quiz segments, the initiative provided inclusive, high-quality environmental education outside the standard textbook curriculum, building critical thinking skills.
SDG 15: Life on Land: The distribution of live plants to the winning students promoted hands-on biodiversity conservation, highlighting the immediate importance of afforestation and terrestrial ecosystem protection.
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals: The collaboration between higher education bodies (IEEE Sukkur Subsection & IEEE Education Society QUEST) and a grassroots institution(Brainstorming Grammar School Nawabshah) exemplifies the local partnerships required to drive sustainable development.
Event Activities:
Activity 1: Climate Change Causes & Remedies Awareness and Education Session
The core educational segment of the day featured an enlightened awareness session delivered by a panel of academic experts and student leaders. The speakers addressed the pressing challenges of global warming, regional climate impacts, and actionable remedies. Prof. Dr-Abdul Sattar Saand (Ambassador for Climate Change Education from QS Impact Organisation, Advisor for IEEE Education Society QUEST, and Chair of the IEEE Sukkur Subsection) opened the session. He emphasized the critical role of youth in environmental advocacy, detailed the global mechanisms driving climate change, and brought global insights from the QS Impact platform to urge students to adopt sustainable daily habits.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Bajarani provided context on regional environmental challenges, explaining how industrialization and deforestation directly impact regional weather patterns, temperature hikes, and agriculture in Sindh.
REHAN RASHEED MEMON σ±’ (Chair, IEEE Education Society QUEST Student Chapter) and Sameer Gilal (Student Member) presented interactive, student friendly remedies. They highlighted practical conservation techniques such as the "3 Rs" (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle), water conservation, and the vital role of urban afforestation.
Activity 2: Student Speech Competition about Climate Change:
To encourage public speaking and critical thinking, a speech competition was held among the school students. Participants passionately expressed their views on the theme of climate change, articulating the urgency of protecting the planet. The students demonstrated an impressive understanding of environmental issues, articulating creative solutions ranging from community cleanups to reducing plastic consumption.
Activity 3: Climate Change Quiz Competition
An interactive quiz competition was conducted to assess and solidify the students' knowledge regarding environmental science. The questions covered the causes of greenhouse gas emissions, the importance of biodiversity, and global sustainability efforts. The competitive spirit ran high, showcasing the students' sharp analytical skills and retention of the facts discussed during the earlier awareness session.
4.Closing Ceremony, Awards, and price distributables
To promote a practical commitment to the environment, the concluding ceremony focused on green initiatives.
Academic Prizes: Winners and runners-up of both the speech and quiz competitions were awarded special prizes to celebrate their intellectual achievements and public speaking skills.
Plant Distribution: In alignment with the event's core message, live plants were presented to the winning students. This gesture aimed to instill a sense of responsibility, encouraging them to nurture their own trees and contribute to a greener campus.
Refreshments
As a gesture of appreciation for their enthusiastic participation and disciplined behavior, juices were distributed to every student in attendance.
5.Key Acknowledgments
The successful ex*****on of this community outreach program was made possible through the expertise, and coordination of:
Prof. Dr. Abdul Sattar Saand, for his multifaceted leadership as Ambassador for Climate Change Education from the QS Impact Organisation, Advisor for the IEEE Education Society QUEST Student Chapter, and Chair of the IEEE Sukkur Subsection. His global alignment with international sustainability platforms brought immense value, bridging the gap between global climate initiatives, higher technical academia, and community schools.
The IEEE Education Society QUEST Nawabshah Student Chapter* team for managing logistics, designing materials, and ensuring seamless event operations.
The administration, faculty, and students of Brainstorming Grammar School Nawabshah for their warm hospitality, keen interest, and active collaboration.
Report Compiled By: IEEE Education Society QUEST Nawabshah Student Chapter
Endorsed By: IEEE Sukkur Subsection
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