On October 10, 2025, the EMC Foundation, with support from the ExxonMobil Foundation, visited the Beterverwagting Secondary School to engage with the newly formed Environmental Club. The session, which was attended by 20 students from Grades 10 and 11 and two teachers along with the Club Coordinator provided the opportunity for the EMC Foundation team to introduce the EMC Foundation, highlighting the importance of Environmental Clubs, and outlining the work plan for the first term.
The session began with a lively “Eco-Bingo” game which was facilitated by Abigail Gobin, Projects Assistant, alongside Sarah Singh, Program Coordinator, Josiah Williams, Communications Officer, and Aletha Jewanram, Administrative Officer. This interactive icebreaker fostered a relaxed and collaborative atmosphere, allowing students to connect with each other and the EMC Foundation team while encouraging active participation from the outset. The students also participated in a “Eco-Word Search” game which gauged their attention and introduced them to key concepts that are associated with the environment and conservation.
Abigail provided an engaging overview of the EMC Foundation’s mission, initiatives, and past activities, capturing the students’ attention and sparking curiosity about environment and conservation. The club members were particularly interested in learning about career opportunities in the STEM field, the fauna found in the Mahaica Wetlands, and the EMC Foundation’s camera traps and biodiversity monitoring programs.
Students eagerly reviewed the EMC Foundation publications, asking questions and showing enthusiasm for the information and images, demonstrating a genuine interest in learning and participating in future activities. By the end of the session, students were excited and ready to begin the Environmental Club activities. Overall the session was successful in achieving its objectives which were to spark interest in the E-STEM program and motivate active participation by students.
Ms. Abigail Gobin Leading the Environmental Club Initiation Visit
Club Members engaging in the “Eco-Bingo” and “Eco-Word Search” Activities
Club Members Interacting with EMC Foundation Members
Club Members Interacting with EMC Foundation publications
The EMC Foundation was established by Mr. Shyam Nokta, winner of the 2022 Anthony N Sabga Award for Entrepreneurship. The Foundation works to support environmental awareness and education in Guyana by promoting activities which encourage a greater understanding of the environment, creating a network to connect like-minded persons, and providing opportunities to experience Guyana’s rich natural environment.