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Eat4Change

Niradhar Seva Sadan Foundation·Panvel, Maharashtra, India

Global Volunteer

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English

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Project Eat4Change
The volunteering project aims to raise awareness among high school students about the environmental impact of their diets and encourage them to adopt more plant-based eating habits for the wellbeing of people and the planet.
This project contributes to,
Image: Responsible Consumption And Production - Target 12.8

Responsible Consumption And Production - Target 12.8

By 2030, ensure that people everywhere have the relevant information and awareness for sustainable development and lifestyles in harmony with nature

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
2. Research basic nutrition, sustainable food choices, food waste reduction, and responsible consumption.
5. Plan weekly sessions and establish simple methods to assess students' learning and participation.
4. Prepare educational materials, posters, and interactive activities related to healthy eating and sustainable food practices.
3. Identify students' existing food habits and awareness through simple discussions and introductory activities.
1. Onboard volunteers with the NSSF representative to understand the organisation's food distribution activities and the needs of the students.
Week 2
2. Explain the benefits of consuming a variety of nutritious foods, including locally available and seasonal foods.
5. Encourage students to reflect on their daily food habits and identify simple improvements they can make.
4. Use posters, visual aids, and group discussions to explain the importance of drinking sufficient water and maintaining food hygiene.
3. Organise interactive games and activities to help students identify healthy food choices.
1. Conduct introductory sessions on balanced diets, essential nutrients, and the importance of healthy eating habits.
Week 3
5. Introduce simple challenges that encourage students to practise food-saving and sustainable eating habits in their daily lives.
1. Conduct sessions explaining how food choices affect the environment and the importance of sustainable consumption.
2. Educate students about food waste, its environmental impact, and practical ways to avoid wasting food.
3. Organise activities that encourage students to understand portion awareness, reuse suitable leftovers safely with adult guidance, and value food resources.
4. Discuss the benefits of locally available and seasonal foods and responsible food consumption.
Week 4
2. Encourage students to create personal action plans with simple, achievable goals for reducing food waste and improving their food habits.
3. Organise group activities, posters, or presentations through which students can share what they have learned.
4. Conduct a final assessment or feedback session to evaluate changes in students' awareness and understanding.
5. Document the activities conducted, students' participation, and key learning outcomes, and provide recommendations for continuing food awareness initiatives at NSSF.
1. Conduct revision sessions and interactive quizzes to reinforce learning about healthy eating and sustainable food choices.

Working hours

Monday to Saturday

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Process

The steps involved in being selected for this opportunity.
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Logistics

What you’ll be provided with during your stay

Benefits of becoming a Global Volunteer

Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals and participate in a social project designed for impact.
International Exposure - Experience new cultures and industries.
Develop your Leadership (our programs can help you develop the following leadership values: striving for excellence, demonstrating integrity, activating leadership, acting sustainably, enjoying participation and living diversity).
Receive AIESEC Support for Selection (assistance with your application to opportunities and decision making process).
Receive AIESEC Support after Selection (Visa support, help in finding and providing accommodation, assisting during first day of work).

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