November 1 is celebrated as the World Day of Ecology and Ecologists, founded in 1972 after the first world conference on ecology in Stockholm. Its purpose is to raise people's awareness of environmental problems and contribute to their solution. The events held on this day aim to remind of the importance of maintaining a balance between economic development and environmental protection.
Given the growing impact of humans on the environment, the study of ecology has become more relevant than ever. This science provides insight into the complex relationships in ecosystems and offers solutions to pressing environmental problems.
The priority area of work of Mykolaiv Zoo, which has a huge collection of living animals and plants, is environmental education.
The department of ecological and educational work carries out multifaceted work on the education of broad sections of the population in the field of ecoculture. All types of eco-educational work carry information about the loss of biodiversity, form connections between people and nature, and stimulate behavior that contributes to the rational use of natural resources.
The focus of our educational activities is on changing people's lifestyles, we try to create a desire to act independently at the local level for the sake of preserving biodiversity on a global scale.
We use a variety of approaches to conducting environmental education programs. This includes ecological and educational visibility on the territory of the zoo, a museum, video productions, publications, lectures, excursions, costumed quest-excursions, eco-events, which are conducted by employees of the department.
We attach a particularly important role to the education of young people who attend the young biologists group. Children study according to approved author's programs designed for different ages.
World Day of Ecology reminds us of our responsibility to the environment. By making small changes in our daily lives, we can contribute to the health of the planet. Let's celebrate this day by thinking about our habits and making a conscious choice to protect the environment, for the sake of the future.