From Learning to Action: Mauritius Students Protect Coastal Ecosystems
#GenerationRestoration Schools in Action: Mauritius
Learners from Loreto College Curepipe, Mauritius
Learners from Loreto College Curepipe, Mauritius, supported by specialists from the Reef Conservation visited Anse la Raie Public Beach and, through the methodologies of LEAF and YRE, explored coastal ecosystems, documented environmental challenges, and raised awareness about ecosystem protection, local wildlife, and ocean health.
The learners began by watching the RESTORE Big Ocean States documentary, featuring Vanuatu, Comoros, and Saint Lucia, with particular attention to Mohéli National Park in Comoros. The documentary explores how communities can work with nature to protect and restore coastal ecosystems, while encouraging the sustainable use of marine resources and supporting a thriving Blue Economy.
Inspired by the documentary, the learners used sensory exploration to observe the plants, animals, water, and soil at Anse la Raie Public Beach, looking for signs of ecosystem health and degradation.
They identified plastic waste trapped in mangrove roots, documented its impact, and took part in a mangrove clean-up.
The learners then took the initiative to create awareness messages encouraging people in the area to protect turtles, nests, beach habitats, and other wildlife.
By exploring environmental challenges and highlighting positive solutions, their story can inspire both island and non-island schools to connect ecosystem restoration education to ocean and coastal ecosystem’s health.
Inspired by the activities at Loreto College Curepipe? Join #GenerationRestoration Schools, where education connects learning with action. Students can understand how ecosystems work, investigate the challenges they face, explore possible solutions, and take action to protect and restore nature.
