Pupils in Larnaca recently participated in a workshop designed to enhance their flood response skills, highlighting the importance of climate resilience among the youth.
- Pupils in Larnaca recently participated in a workshop designed to enhance their flood response skills, highlighting the importance of climate resilience among the youth.
Held at Larnaca international airport, the workshop brought together 60 final-year pupils who engaged in practical simulations of severe flooding. This initiative was part of the programme “Young People Ask and Provide Solutions,” aiming to empower young individuals with knowledge and skills to tackle climate challenges.
The event was organised by the Bank of Cyprus through its SupportCY network, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth, Hermes Airports, and the Kios Centre of Excellence at the University of Cyprus. During the workshop, pupils worked in teams to devise strategies for preventing and managing floods, simulating the roles of various agencies responsible for disaster response.
Bank of Cyprus’s corporate social responsibility director, Elli Ioannidou, expressed gratitude to all partners involved and commended the pupils for their innovative ideas. She emphasised the bank’s ongoing commitment to supporting projects that empower the younger generation.
Marios Stavrou, head of operations at SupportCY, stressed the significance of early awareness regarding climate-related risks. He noted that the realistic decision-making scenarios provided pupils with valuable experience in understanding the complexities of flood response.
Dr Mattheos Panteli, an assistant professor at the University of Cyprus, highlighted the role of interactive exercises in helping students grasp how technology can aid in addressing climate change challenges. He affirmed the centre’s commitment to supporting such initiatives in the future.
Maria Kouroupi, director of aviation development, marketing, and communications at Hermes Airports, reaffirmed the company’s dedication to sustainability and praised the involvement of the Bank of Cyprus in this educational endeavour. She recognised the pupils’ engagement as a positive step towards fostering a proactive approach to climate resilience.
