Brazil Advances Climate Education with National Science Week and Inauguration of Casa da Ciência
Brazil advances climate education with a new science hub in Belém and mobilizes thousands of students in Arapiraca during the National Science and Technology Week focused on ocean culture and climate change.
- • Casa da Ciência inaugurated at Museu Emílio Goeldi in Belém as a hub for scientific dissemination and climate solutions.
- • Minister Luciana Santos highlights the fight against scientific denialism and the importance of science communication.
- • Over 4,000 students and educators participated in the 2025 National Science and Technology Week in Arapiraca, with a focus on Ocean Culture and climate change.
- • The National Science Week included activities and visits connecting students with universities to enhance science education and environmental awareness.
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The Brazilian government and scientific community have launched significant initiatives to reinforce public engagement in science education and climate change solutions. On November 11, the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI) inaugurated the Casa da Ciência at the Museu Paraense Emílio Goeldi in Belém, Pará. This new facility serves as a science dissemination hub focusing on climate solutions and sustainability, aiming to unite scientists, public managers, students, and traditional communities. Minister Luciana Santos emphasized the need to combat scientific denialism in Brazil: "The Casa da Ciência is born with a very special purpose to bring scientific knowledge closer to people." The museum’s director, Nilson Gabas Júnior, highlighted the institution's 159-year heritage in biodiversity conservation and its commitment to enhancing collaborations in the region, with support from Finep and multiple scientific institutions. The Casa da Ciência will also host diverse scientific and cultural activities through November 21, notably serving as a platform during the upcoming COP30 climate conference.
Parallelly, the 2025 National Science and Technology Week (Semana Nacional de Ciência e Tecnologia) in Arapiraca spotlighted Ocean Culture and climate awareness. Organized by the Municipal Education Secretariat, it mobilized around 4,200 students and educators with thematic exhibitions and scientific activities. Approximately 3,500 students participated in exhibitions across local schools, while 700 visited the University Estadual de Alagoas under the 'Uneal de Portas Abertas' initiative. The event's theme, “Planet Water: Ocean Culture to Face Climate Change in My Territory,” encouraged young people to explore the ocean’s role in climate and environmental preservation within their regions. Janice Gomes, coordinator of Science and Technology, stressed the transformative collaboration among educators and managers in enhancing science education perceptions. Janaína Kívia further noted the importance of partnerships with universities to bolster teacher training and research in basic education. This event aims to nurture environmental consciousness and sustainable solutions among Brazil’s youth.
Together, the inauguration of Casa da Ciência and the National Science Week reflect Brazil’s strengthened commitment to fostering science literacy and sustainability awareness as essential elements for addressing climate change and nurturing a scientifically informed society.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.