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QC to transform schoolyards into climate-resilient spaces

Published Feb 21, 2024 11:55 am

The local government of Quezon City said it will transform schoolyards in three schools in the city into green, community spaces that are resilient to both heatwaves and flooding.

QC announced on Tuesday, February 20, that the city government has joined the new "OASIS Schoolyards" program in the Philippines, launched by Resilient Cities Network and Temasek Foundation.

“Quezon City is truly honored to be selected as the first city in Asia for the ‘OASIS Schoolyards’ program, supported by Temasek Foundation. We are committed to tackling climate change and provide a livable and quality community for all by strengthening the adaptive capacity of our communities and resilience of our natural ecosystems. Inclusive climate action is also integral in the plan development to ensure representation of various sectors including the youth. The ‘OASIS Schoolyards’ program resonates with the City Government’s vision, and we express our enthusiasm in being part of this initiative,” said QC Mayor Ma. Josefina G. Belmonte.

The city government will adopt and pilot the "OASIS" model in three public elementary schools in the city, namely Diosdado P. Macapagal Elementary School, Manuel L. Quezon Elementary School, and Placido Del Mundo Elementary School.

Located in different parts of QC, the schools were selected based on their comparative vulnerability to heatwaves and flooding, and the availability of open space within the surrounding neighborhood.

“I am thrilled to see our vision of creating resilient, sustainable communities taking root in Quezon City. The launch of the ‘OASIS Schoolyards’ program marks a significant step towards empowering cities to address the urgent challenges posed by climate change. We are committed to transforming schoolyards into vibrant urban oases, fostering community engagement and empowering children as catalysts for positive change,” said Lauren Sorkin, executive director of the Resilient Cities Network.

Lim Hock Chuan, head of programs at Temasek Foundation, said innovating through a real-life climate adaptation solution in schoolyards is a powerful way to activate local communities and stakeholders to proactively be responsible for climate action. 

OASIS Schoolyards aims to improve the quality of education for Filipino students while simultaneously addressing the challenges of climate change.

It was originally conceived and implemented in Paris, France as part of the Paris Resilience Strategy to address the urgent challenges of climate change in urban areas, with a focus on mitigating the disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities and improving the well-being of children. 

Based on the principles of Openness, Adaptation, Sensitization, Innovation, and Social Ties or OASIS, it has become an exemplary model using innovative solutions to transform schoolyards into urban oases resilient to climate change.

The schoolyards will be co-designed by school communities, including students, parents, and teachers, as well as design professionals in consultation with stakeholders such as government, academia, and community organizations. 

The spaces will also be used as an interactive learning tool for students as well as for local government officials to raise public awareness for climate resilience.

 

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