Quiz competition aims to spark environmental change among St Ann Schools

A groundbreaking quiz competition aimed at promoting climate change awareness and environmental preservation has commenced in St Ann, Jamaica. Organized by the Cause for Change Foundation (CFCF) in collaboration with 15 sponsors, the event involves 22 primary schools and runs from October 9 to 23. The competition, themed ‘Conserve, Preserve, Revive,’ seeks to instill sustainable practices among young students and their communities. Richardo Aiken, Principal Director of CFCF, emphasized the importance of addressing improper waste disposal and fostering a culture of environmental stewardship. The event includes preliminary rounds, quarterfinals, semifinals, and a grand finale, with cash prizes ranging from $20,000 to $100,000. Additional rewards, such as garden kits and recycling bins, aim to enhance schools’ environmental consciousness. The initiative also features an expo at St Hilda’s Diocesean High School Auditorium on the final day. CFCF, founded during the COVID-19 pandemic, has a history of community-focused projects, including feeding the homeless and supporting children with disabilities. Sponsors like Derhone Campbell and Conroy Campbell have contributed expertise in water harvesting and renewable energy, aligning their businesses with sustainable practices. The competition’s legacy will include a manual on environmental preservation developed by The University of the West Indies Western Campus, distributed to schools and libraries across St Ann.