Activities

World Soil Day celebrations

World Soil Day (WSD) is held annually on 5 December as a means to focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and to advocate for the sustainable management of… Teaching skills for the Future Activism & Community Outreach UWC Adriatic

Reforestation on Mt. Cerje with the Slovenian Forestry department

In summer 2022 after a long period of drought, our Karst/Kras area was affected by a number of wildfires. The intensity and size of the fires were unprecedented. We saw… Nature & Biodiversity Ecosystem Restoration UWC Adriatic

Esperienza Carsolina – an afternoon with a shepherd

On Friday 27 October our CAS activity ‘Esperienza Carsolina’ joined a local shepherd and his flock of sheep for an afternoon of fun, interactive and outdoor learning. We learned what… Teaching skills for the Future CAS & regular activities UWC Adriatic

Bulb planting activity – a symbol of the fight for human rights

The yellow banner ‘Verità per Giulio Regeni’ is outside many buildings in Italy, demanding justice for Giulio and has become a symbol of a wider fight for human rights and… Events, Initiatives & Activism Activism & Community Outreach UWC Adriatic

African Climate Summit 2023

Our first year student Omnia from Sudan stepped up during one of our assemblies to share her perspective on the African Climate Summit 2023 and why it is important that… Events, Initiatives & Activism Activism & Community Outreach UWC Adriatic

Regenerative farming – bringing solutions into the ESS classroom

Our ESS teacher Vicky and her Y2 classes welcomed Giulia, our sustainability coordinator, for a session during class time, at the end of the chapter on soil. Regenerative farming was… Teaching skills for the Future Resources for sharing UWC Adriatic

Environmental costs of conflicts around the world

Here are some green stats from our student sustainability council (Susco) concerning conflicts around the world. Events, Initiatives & Activism Stories UWC Adriatic

Corsa dei Castelli – running between castles!

On your marks, get set, GO! On Sunday 15 October 2023 students from UWC Adriatic took part in the annual Corsa dei Castelli between the Castles of Miramare and… People, Stories & Awards People UWC Adriatic

Susco discussion – the fashion industry

The fashion industry is undeniably one of the most influential and fast paced sectors of our current global economy. Susco students organised an open discussion about this important topic and… Events, Initiatives & Activism Reduce, Reuse & Recycle UWC Adriatic

UWC Day – 21/9/23

On Thursday 21 September the UWC movement celebrated UWC Day and the theme for this year was ‘Shaping a sustainable future’. At Adriatic we choose to focus on one of… Events, Initiatives & Activism Special Days & Events UWC Adriatic

Esperienza carsolina – our environmental education CAS activity

Did you know about the Carso plateau and its high level of biodiversity? Do you know how a beehive works? How about the life cycle of a bee and its… Teaching skills for the Future CAS & regular activities UWC Adriatic

A Sustainable Travel Booklet for students: explore Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia

This unique booklet not only showcases local wonders but also encourages responsible and eco-friendly travel to these magnificent destinations, focussing on the 3 pillars of sustainability: economical, ethical and environmental.… Reducing our Impacts Resources for sharing UWC Adriatic

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