APN | Amman

2  May 2023

Malak Hamoud, Jude Abu Hassan, and Haya Mukhlis, three exceptional eighth-grade students at Cambridge School, have taken the initiative to transform one of their academic requirements into a meaningful project. They approached APN with the idea of launching a campaign focused on tree planting and community support.

Over several visits and by asking numerous questions, the three youth leaders crafted their campaign with the guidance of APN. They utilized family visits and engaged with their classmates and friends both inside and outside of school to explain the importance of tree planting and environmental support. With minimal resources, they were able to gather donations to plant 20 Melia azedarach trees.

As part of the "Green Caravan" programme, the tree planting activities was carried out at Al-Raya Park, located in Al-Nuzha area east of Amman. The girls demonstrated their commitment to creating a healthy environment for the neighborhood's children by planting trees that effectively mitigate carbon dioxide emissions, offer shade, and repel insects. Additionally, these trees will eventually provide habitats for various bird species as they continue to grow.

The "Green Caravan" programme was launched by APN in 2005 to promote tree-planting in Jordan. Additionally, the "If Only You Knew" awareness program was launched in schools and universities in 2012.