ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION IN THE BARRA DO UNA SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT RESERVE (PERUÍBE/SP)
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Universidade Santa Cecília
Description
Environmental education outreach activities were carried out in the
Barra do Una Sustainable Development Reserve (Peruíbe/SP), aiming to raise
awareness among children and young people about the ecological importance of
venomous fauna, with the goal of demystifying beliefs and reducing frequent
accidents in the region. In addition, interactive educational workshops were held
at the community center over two days, featuring games, educational materials, bird watching, and presentations of aquatic fauna specimens from the UNISANTA
zoological collection. The results showed an increase in knowledge, a reduction in
fear of venomous animals, and an appreciation of local biodiversity, strengthening
community safety and a sense of environmental responsibility.