SDG 6 | Inspiring Future Scientists Through Wetland Education | Darien Becker
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What is GLOBE, and how is it impacting future generations of environmentalists? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: Connecting youth to watershed science through GLOBE Simplified water quality testing and STEM guest speakers inspiring future scientists How does Wisconsin Water Week unite professionals for better water education and management? Hear from Darien Becker - a Program Director for the Welty Environmental Center. Darien Becker shares her work with GLOBE (Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment), focusing on connecting youth to their watershed and wetland science. The camp introduces students to water science, allowing them to see water through the lens of a scientist. Activities include simplified water quality testing protocols and guest speakers from various STEM fields to inspire the campers. The program successfully shifts campers' mindsets towards STEM fields and boosts their self-efficacy. Darien also highlights her journey into wetland science and the importance of environmental education. The conversation concludes with the significance of conferences like Wisconsin Water Week in uniting professionals for water education and management. Click play now to soak up what she has to share! To learn more and get involved with ongoing efforts in Wisconsin, visit the partner websites: Wisconsin Water Week Wisconsin Lakes Wisconsin DNR Extension Lakes | UWSP Let’s get SDG Talking!! Do you have a good story or want to collaborate? Send us an email at [email protected] and we will get back to you as soon as we can. And don’t forget to check out our Virtual Roundtables on our website.Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn