During our Kaski pilot study, we brought together 25 students from underprivileged schools in the local wards of Kaski, Pokhara. In a place famous for its beautiful lakes and mountains, these children are seeing their environment change faster than most.

Here is how we spent our time with these young leaders:

Building the Eco-Circle: A Day of Action in Pokhara

With a group this large, the energy was incredible from the very first minute. We started with a preliminary climate literacy quiz to see what the students already knew. Many had seen the weather patterns changing in Kaski but didn't have the words to describe why. Our Knowledge and Literacy sessions changed that, giving them a clear "climate vocabulary" to use.

One of the most powerful moments was the Leadership Session. We didn't just want them to learn facts; we wanted them to feel like they could lead. We formed a giant Group Eco-Circle, where every student had a chance to speak about one thing they wanted to protect in their community. It turned the workshop from a classroom lesson into a shared promise.

Games and Art: Learning with Heart

To keep things moving, we mixed in climate games that had 25 students laughing and working together. Then, we slowed things down for Group Art. Seeing overthe  children sketching their visions for a "Resilient Pokhara" with cleaner lakes and protected forests, reminded us why this pilot phase is so important.

By the time we reached the final assessment of learning, the growth was undeniable. These students from underprivileged backgrounds proved that opportunity is the only thing standing between a child and climate leadership.