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CIFAL Curitiba - TransformAção at ENGIE
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Background
TransformAção is a flagship initiative by ENGIE Brasil Energia, carried out through its Salto Santiago and Salto Osório Hydroelectric Plants. Now in its third edition, the project is designed to foster leadership among students from municipal, state, and private schools in the regions surrounding these facilities. This year’s theme centers on implementing projects inspired by the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Event Objectives
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Content and Structure
TransformAção emphasizes student engagement and proactive contributions to sustainable development. The program provides participants with the tools and knowledge to design and implement projects aligned with the SDGs. Schools in the participating municipalities are encouraged to identify local challenges and propose innovative solutions to address them, guided by the SDG framework. The projects culminate in presentations where students showcase their work, fostering a sense of ownership and accountability towards global and regional sustainability efforts. The program concludes with a formal acknowledgment of all participating schools and students, recognizing their contributions and encouraging broader participation in future editions.
Methodology
The project employs an action-based learning methodology focused on the following steps: Awareness and Education, Project Development, Mentorship and Support, Showcase and Recognition.
Targeted Audience
TransformAção is directed at students from municipal, state, and private schools located in the municipalities near the Salto Santiago and Salto Osório Hydroelectric Plants.