Josiah Williams

On November 18, 2025, the EMC Foundation conducted an initiation visit to Tutorial High School to engage with the newly formed Environmental Club. The session, attended by approximately 20 students from Forms 3 and 4, along with three teachers, provided the EMC Foundation team with an opportunity to introduce itself, discuss exciting plans for upcoming activities, and outline the work plan for the first term.

The session began with a lively “Eco-Bingo” activity, facilitated by Abigail Gobin, Projects Assistant, alongside Josiah Williams, Communications Officer, and Aletha Jewanram, Administrative Assistant. This interactive icebreaker fostered a relaxed and collaborative atmosphere, allowing students to connect with each other and the EMC Foundation team while learning ways to conserve the environment and encouraging active participation.

Abigail provided an engaging overview of the EMC Foundation’s mission, initiatives, projects, and past activities, capturing the students’ attention and sparking curiosity about the environment and conservation. The club members were interested in learning about the EMC Foundation’s Biodiversity Monitoring Programs which use camera traps to monitor wildlife in the Mahaica Watershed and Saxacalli Rainforest. They also showed interest in the EMC Foundation’s drone programs, outreaches and environmental engagements.

A key highlight from the visit was that the students correctly identified the wildlife captured on camera traps and asked multiple questions about setting camera traps and learning to operate drones and camera traps. Another key highlight was that students interacted with the EMC Foundation team to learn about the different careers in the STEM field.

The members also competitively completed an “Eco-Wordsearch” activity and question-and-answer exercises about the environment and the work of the EMC Foundation to win exciting prizes.

Students also 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 Environmental Club activities, as well as participate in other activities hosted by the EMC Foundation.

The EMC Foundation’s E-STEM Programme is supported by the ExxonMobil Foundation.

Ms. Abigail Gobin Facilitating the Environmental Club Initiation Visit

Club Members engaging in the “Eco-Bingo” and “Eco-Wordsearch” Activities

Club Members Interacting with the EMC Foundation Members

Club Members Interacting with EMC Foundation publications

Club Members Interacting with the EMC Foundation Selfie Frame

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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.

On November 13, 2025, the EMC Foundation conducted an initiation visit to Beterverwagting Primary School to engage with the newly formed Environmental Club. The session, which was attended by approximately 15 students from Grade 4, along with an Environmental Club Coordinator, provided the opportunity for the EMC Foundation team to introduce the EMC Foundation, discuss exciting plans for upcoming activities, and outline the work plan for the first term.

The session began with a lively “Planet Earth Says” activity, facilitated by Abigail Gobin, Projects Assistant, alongside Sarah Singh, Program Coordinator; Josiah Williams, Communications Officer; and Aletha Jewanram, Administrative Assistant. This interactive icebreaker fostered a relaxed and collaborative atmosphere, allowing students to connect with the EMC Foundation team while learning about animals and the environment and encouraging active participation.

Abigail provided an engaging overview of the EMC Foundation’s mission, initiatives, projects, and past activities, capturing the students’ attention and sparking curiosity about the environment and conservation. The club members were particularly interested in learning about the EMC Foundation’s Biodiversity Monitoring Programs, which use camera traps to monitor wildlife in the Mahaica Watershed and Saxacalli Rainforest.

One of the highlights from the visit was that the students correctly identified the wildlife captured on camera traps and asked multiple questions about setting camera traps, and learning to operate drones and camera traps.

The members also completed an “Eco-Bingo” activity as well as participated in question-and-answer exercises about the environment and the work of the EMC Foundation, for which they were able to win exciting prizes.

Students also 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 Environmental Club activities.

The EMC Foundation’s E-STEM Programme is supported by the ExxonMobil Foundation.

Ms. Abigail Gobin Leading the Environmental Club Initiation Visit

Environmental Club Members engaging in the “Planet Earth Says” Activity

Environmental Club Members engaging in the “Eco-Bingo” Activity

Club Members Interacting with the EMC Foundation Members

Club Members Interacting with EMC Foundation Publications

Club Members Interacting with the EMC Foundation Selfie Frame

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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.

On Sunday, November 9, 2025, the EMC Foundation, in collaboration with the Scout Association of Guyana (SAG), hosted an exciting Eco-Games Activity at the SAG Base on Woolford Avenue, Georgetown. The event brought together over 150 scout members and leaders for a morning of fun, learning, and teamwork through a series of engaging indoor and outdoor eco-themed games.

Designed to promote environmental awareness, creativity, and collaboration, the Eco-Games encouraged participants to think critically about biodiversity, conservation, and sustainability while working together to protect Planet Earth. Through this interactive format, scouts experienced environmental concepts in a fun and memorable way, reinforcing the importance of teamwork and stewardship in addressing environmental challenges.

In preparation for the event, EMC Foundation staff developed a range of educational and recreational activities aimed at fostering awareness and appreciation for nature. Participants took part in group-based games highlighting topics such as waste management, resource conservation, and ecosystem balance. These activities not only promoted learning but also encouraged communication, problem-solving, and leadership among the scouts.

Some of the featured activities included Eco-Pictionary, Eco-Charades, Wildlife Wonders: Snake and Ladder, Eco-Skipping, Predator vs Prey Dash, LCDS 2030 Bingo, Wildlife Balance Challenge, Eco-Sack Race, Eco-Three-Legged Race, Pin the Bird to the Tree, Eco-Volleyball, and Planet Earth Says. Each game offered a fun and engaging way to learn about environmental conservation and Guyana’s rich biodiversity that make up its ecosystems. Several activities also introduced scouts to the “Giants of Guyana”, helping them understand why these species are so vital to protect.

To reward their enthusiastic participation, scout members received exciting prizes such as hand-crafted balata wildlife figurines, copies of the Nature Hunt: Exploring Guyana word search book, the Guyana Secondary School Environmental Quiz Handbook, as well as EMC Foundation keyrings and stickers.

The activity was a tremendous success, with many scouts expressing their enjoyment and eagerness to participate in future Eco-Games. Several EMC Foundation volunteers also played an active role in facilitating the day’s activities, while others from the public expressed interest in joining the Foundation’s volunteer network.

The EMC Foundation is proud to have supported this activity, which aligns with its core mission of promoting environmental education, awareness, and E-STEM capacity building. This event also reflects the impact of the ongoing implementation of activities under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the EMC Foundation and the Scout Association of Guyana, fostering positive change, environmental stewardship, and a deeper appreciation for nature among Guyana’s youth.

Program Coordinator, Sarah Singh, Conducting a Team Briefing with the SAG Leaders and EMC Foundation Members

Scout Members Participating in the Eco-Pictionary Activity

Scout Members Participating in the Eco-Charades Activity

Scout Members Participating in the LCDS 2030 Bingo Activity

Scout Members Participating in the Wildlife Wonder: Snake and Ladder Activity

Scout Members Participating in the Pin the Bird to the Tree Activity

Scout Members Participating in the Wildlife Balance Challenge Activity

Scout Members Participating in the Eco-Volleyball Activity

Scout Members Participating in the Eco-Sack Race Activity

Scout Members Participating in the Predator vs Prey Dash Activity

Scout Members Participating in the Planet Earth Says Activity

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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.

On November 6, 2025, the EMC Foundation, with support from the ExxonMobil Foundation, conducted an initiation visit to the Plaisance Secondary School to engage with the newly formed Environmental Club. The session, which was attended by approximately 20 students from Forms 2 and 3, along with three teachers, provided the opportunity for the EMC Foundation team to introduce the EMC Foundation, discuss exciting plans for upcoming activities, and outline 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 Assistant. This interactive icebreaker fostered a relaxed and collaborative atmosphere, allowing students to connect with each other and the EMC Foundation team while learning about the environment and encouraging active participation.

Abigail provided an engaging overview of the EMC Foundation’s mission, initiatives, projects, and past activities, capturing the students’ attention and sparking curiosity about the environment and conservation. The club members were particularly interested in learning about the EMC Foundation’s Biodiversity Monitoring Programs, which use camera traps to monitor wildlife in the Mahaica Watershed and Saxacalli Rainforest.

One of the highlights from the visit was that the students identified the wildlife captured on camera traps and asked multiple questions about setting camera traps and identifying camera trap locations, and learning to operate drones and camera traps.

The members also completed an “Eco-Word Search” activity as well as a question-and-answer exercise about the environment and the work of the EMC Foundation, for which they were able to win exciting prizes.

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 Environmental Club activities.

Ms. Abigail Gobin Leading the Environmental Club Initiation Visit

Environmental Club Members engaging in the “Eco-Bingo” and “Eco-Word Search” Activities

Club Members Interacting with the EMC Foundation Members

Club Members Interacting with EMC Foundation publications

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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.

On October 31, 2025, the EMC Foundation, with support from the ExxonMobil Foundation, conducted an initiation visit to the Tuschen Secondary School to engage with the newly formed Environmental Club. The session, which was attended by 32 students from Forms 1, 3, 4, and 5, and three teachers, provided the opportunity for the EMC Foundation team to introduce the EMC Foundation, discuss exciting plans for upcoming activities, and outline 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 Assistant. This interactive icebreaker fostered a relaxed and collaborative atmosphere, allowing students to connect with each other and the EMC Foundation team while learning about the environment, and encouraging active participation.

Abigail provided an engaging overview of the EMC Foundation’s mission, initiatives, projects, and past activities, capturing the students’ attention and sparking curiosity about the environment and conservation. The club members were particularly interested in learning about the EMC Foundation’s Biodiversity Monitoring Programs, which use camera traps to monitor wildlife in the Mahaica Watershed and Saxacalli Rainforest.

One of the highlights from the visit was that the students excitedly identified the wildlife captured and asked multiple questions about setting camera traps and identifying camera trap locations, as well as requesting to learn to use camera traps, drones, Global Positioning System (GPS) and go on environmental tours.

The members also completed an “Eco-Word Search” activity as well as a question-and-answer exercise about the environment and the work of the EMC Foundation, for which they were able to win exciting prizes.

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 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

Environmental Club Members engaging in the “Eco-Bingo” and “Eco-Word Search” Activities

Club Members Interacting with the EMC Foundation Members

Club Members Interacting with EMC Foundation publications

Environmental Club Members Interacting with the EMC Foundation Selfie Frame

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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.

The EMC Foundation, through its E-STEM Program, continues to strengthen environmental education and awareness by collaborating with thirty environmental clubs across Guyana, with the support of ExxonMobil Foundation. These include Queen’s College, The Bishop’s High School, St. Stanislaus College, St. Rose’s High, Marian Academy Primary and Secondary, School of the Nations Primary and Secondary, Saxacalli Primary, De Hoop Primary, Little Biaboo Primary, St. Cuthbert’s Primary and Secondary, Moraikobai Primary, Santa Aratak Primary, Wakapau Secondary, Warapoka Primary and Secondary, Georgetown International Academy Primary and Secondary, Tapakuma Lake Primary, Lake Mainstay Primary and Secondary,  Mashabo Primary School, Rosignol Primary School, Beterverwagting Secondary, Plaisance Primary, Chateau Margot Primary, La Bonne Intention Secondary, and Open Doors School.

During October 2025, the Foundation expanded its reach by partnering with five additional clubs. These are La Bonne Intention Secondary School, Beterverwagting Secondary School, Plaisance Primary School, Chateau Margot Primary School, and Tuschen Secondary School, furthering its mission to empower youth through environmental science and technology education.

For the Primary ‘Ecosystems’ Work Plan for October 2025, the topics completed were Ecosystems, Food Chains, Camera Traps, Maps and Drones, Global Positioning Systems, Maps and Compasses, and Plant Identification.  The club members learned about the types of ecosystems, threats to the ecosystems, and measures to protect these ecosystems. They learned about food chains, their various parts and the organisms involved, as well as how animals are adapted for their various habitats. They learned about how camera traps, drones and GPS can protect ecosystems and animals. The club members drew pictures, created posters and dioramas, watched videos and presentations and engaged in class discussions.

At the Secondary level, the focus was on Ecosystem Components and Interactions, the topics completed were Ecosystem Components and Interactions, Biodiversity, Interdependence and Relationships, Plant Identification and Preservation and Plant Adaptations. The club members explored the parts of an ecosystem, types of ecosystems and various cycles which make an ecosystem work. They learned about the various biodiversity found in ecosystems, the various cycles and relationships that they comprise. They also learned about plants and the various features they have adapted to aid in their survival. The club members created posters, created presentations, watched videos and engaged in class discussions.

Throughout the month, over 150 students participated in the program, engaging in presentations, discussions, and creative projects that fostered both curiosity and practical understanding of the environment. These experiences not only deepened students’ scientific understanding but also inspired them to think critically about their role in protecting the planet. Students demonstrated awareness of key issues such as pollution prevention, composting, and water quality, while discussing ways they could contribute to a cleaner, greener future within their schools and communities.

The EMC Foundation remains committed to empowering youth through environmental education, ensuring that the next generation is equipped with the knowledge, skills, and passion to experience, connect, and act for a sustainable Guyana.

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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.