ments and poorly equipped schools, and this is often their first exposure to environmental education and a beautiful natural environment such as the kzn national botanical gardens. sadly, some of the pupils can only attend through sponsorship for transport and food. the experiential learning, combined with the variety of organisations involved, make this a remarkable opportunity not to be missed for pupils from all backgrounds. this year, the event organisers aim to host 1 750 pupils. as many of the children are from rural and township schools, they are in need of funding assistance for transport and a snack. we are inviting you celebrate earth day (april 22) this year by helping to create awareness of the natural environment and our human responsibilities towards it, by sponsoring a child for r100 to attend the happy earth festival. these direct experiences in nature, under the guidance of positive mentorship, are cited as the single biggest contributor leading to positive environmental behaviour and future environmental leadership. as the world goes dark for earth day 2018, we are asking you to ignite a love for our natural world in the heart of a child, and help light the pathway that will lead us all into right relationship with the earth. for more information, contact pandora long at 072 692 8124 or sam govender at 076 655 7081 or e--mail happy earthforum@gmail.com banking details: standard bank happy earth environmental education and sustainability forum account number: 04595618 branch: msunduzi 040727. type: savings account