“A comprehensive approach to lifelong learning in rural areas” – Holcim Awards Jury
Education is a key prerequisite of sustainable development. The goal of the project is to develop schools as community hubs and centers for lifelong learning. The Creating Learning Spaces Program conceptualizes the school becoming a community resource center which facilitates the revitalization and development of communities through training as well as demonstrations of sustainable livelihoods through energy efficiency, renewable-energy use, rainwater harvesting and local food production.
Last updated: June 19, 2008 Johannesburg, South Africa
The training program aims at self-reliance through ownership and responsibility. In addition to the theoretical programmatic background, the project also proposes standardized layouts, schemes, materials and construction technology for the design and realization of such learning spaces. The project has been commended because of its comprehensive approach to lifelong learning in rural areas and due to the stringent involvement and commitment of the population.