Did you know that Deaf young people are making waves in the green sector? From urban farming to environmental education, Deaf leaders are proving that sustainability and inclusion go hand in hand. Deaf-friendly green jobs include: Urban/community gardening Recycling & waste management Environmental education (in sign language!) Inclusive sustainability advocacy & policy Within GreenSigns project, …
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Sharing Goals and Missions with Another Inclusive Climate Initiative
Sharing Goals and Missions with Another Inclusive Climate Initiative There is another project called Deaf Climate Action that brings together Deaf and Hard of Hearing young people from across Europe to take action against climate change. They develop training materials on green issues, helping raise awareness about the environment in a way that includes everyone. …
GreenSIGNS Project: Milestones Achieved So Far!
We’re excited to share the progress we’ve made as part of the GreenSIGNS project — supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing youth through inclusive, green, and digital learning tools across Europe! Sign Language Videos — Produced in multiple languages (Greek, Spanish, Italian, Romanian) — Promoting accessibility and visual learning Competence Framework — Based on GreenComp, …
A greener and more accessible future through technology!
GreenSIGNS – A greener and more accessible future through technology! Have you heard of GreenSIGNS? It’s an innovative Erasmus+ project that combines technology, education and sustainability to support young people with hearing loss (DHH) in developing green skills and access green jobs! What’s new in GreenSIGNS? An interactive VR simulator, which helps learn new green …
International Meteorological Day
GreenSIGNS x International Meteorological Day – Technology and Education for a Sustainable Environment On March 23, we celebrate International Meteorological Day, an essential moment to raise awareness of climate change and our impact on the environment. How does GreenSIGNS relate to the environment and meteorology? Environmental education through VR – The GreenSIGNS project is developing …
World Water Day
World Water Day x GreenSIGNS Water is life! On March 22, we celebrate World Water Day, a crucial moment to reflect on protecting natural resources. Did you know? Through the #GreenSIGNS project, we promote green skills and digital innovation for young people with hearing loss, helping them become active players in protecting the environment. What …
International Forest Day
GreenSIGNS x International Forest Day – Green Education for a Sustainable Future! On March 21, we celebrate International Day of Forests, an important moment to recognize the essential role of forests in maintaining ecological balance and combating climate change. How does GreenSIGNS contribute to protecting the environment? Virtual Reality for environmental education through interactive VR …
World Environmental Education Day (26 January)!
Happy World Environmental Education Day! At GreenSigns, we celebrate the power of environmental education to create a sustainable future for everyone. Our project is proudly committed to accessibility and inclusion, addressing the needs of the deaf community and ensuring that environmental knowledge reaches all individuals, regardless of hearing ability. Environmental education empowers people to …
GreenSIGNS transnational partnership came together virtually to review the exciting progress of our project!
𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐒𝐈𝐆𝐍𝐒 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 On November 20, the GreenSIGNS transnational partnership came together virtually to review the exciting progress of our project! We’re developing the Transnational Interactive Pin GreenSIGNS Map, a unique resource showcasing: Green-related jobs Circular economy best practices Eco-friendly companies and initiatives across Europe Additionally, we’re creating QR CODE cards for Green Terms, available …
The GREENSIGNS project was presented during the International Conference of the Erasmus+ project JOBS4ALL
The GREENSIGNS project was presented during the International Conference of the Erasmus+ project JOBS4ALL, which took place on Wednesday 16 October 2024 at the N.C.S.R. “Demokritos” Congress Center. The event took place during the Erasmus+ days week (14-18 October 2024). Dr. Athanasios Drigas took the opportunity to present the aims of the project to the …