KLIMAlikasan Kabataang Resilient Awards: UP ACES

Disaster education often reaches communities only after loss has occurred. Project ALAS was created to change this narrative — by embedding disaster risk reduction education early, in ways that are engaging, age-appropriate, and empowering for children. Led by civil engineering students, Project ALAS translates technical knowledge into interactive learning experiences for elementary students. Through simulations, dioramas, storybooks, videos, and emergency preparedness kits, children learn about hazards such as flooding and fire safety — not as abstract threats, but as manageable risks. The project’s impact extends beyond classrooms. With growing partnerships with schools and local government institutions, Project ALAS is evolving into a replicable framework for child-centred disaster education — demonstrating how youth leadership and technical expertise can drive systemic change. Read more: https://www.unicef.org/philippines/st...