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Welcome to the Continental Rally 24/25: Be Part of the Change!

We highlight the most impactful actions in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) across the Americas. Governments, NGOs, universities, and schools collaborate through flagship programs and student creativity, inspiring sustainable and resilient solutions.

Be part of a movement that has already transformed over 7,000 schools and garnered the support of 7 governments across the Americas. With the energy, creativity, and passion of an unprecedented movement, we have devoted our lives to paving the way for innovation and hope.

Now, we’re taking the next big step: we aim to reach 10,000 schools and secure the backing of at least 16 governments in the Americas, with an estimated investment of over 10 million dollars.

Our Five Strategic Lines

At the Continental Rally, we evaluate projects based on their impact in key areas: Resilience and Climate Change Adaptation, fostering sustainable practices; Health and Well-being, enhancing community quality of life; Equity and Social Inclusion, promoting opportunities with a focus on community values; Entrepreneurship and Economic Development, empowering local economies; Disaster Risk Management, strengthening disaster preparedness. These priorities guide our commitment to meaningful change across the Americas.

Participants

Entities:
Governments, NGOs, and Universities

Register your governmental entity (education, culture or environment), university, or NGO to lead this important initiative and:

Submit your flagship program or project, including a testimony video (5 minutes).
Commit to invite schools to participate in the Children and Youth exhibit with their own projects and actions from students.

Schools: Public or Private/
Urban or Rural

Register your School and submit your projects in environmental education or risk management, including a testimony video (5 minutes). Accompany these projects with at least 3 photographs, digital art, or short films made by students to showcase the creative solutions your school is developing.

The Vive con Esperanza Award

The Vive con Esperanza Award is the prestigious international recognition that honors the boldest and most innovative programs and projects in sustainable education (EDS) and disaster risk management (GRD) in the Americas. This award not only celebrates excellence but also provides winners with a unique platform to scale their impact and transform their vision into true change at the continental level.

Award Benefits

Recognition and Visibility:
Winning projects receive an international crystal trophy and a commemorative flag, symbolizing excellence and commitment to sustainability. Additionally, they will be showcased at an exclusive event in Washington D.C., with participation from international leaders, cooperation agencies, and media.

Access to a Network of Innovators and Collaboration:
Awardees join a collaborative international platform that connects governments, NGOs, universities, and schools. This space fosters the creation of strategic alliances, expanding the impact of their initiatives through collaborations with key actors in the region.

Mentorship and Strategic

Support (Schools):
Winners will receive personalized guidance from international experts in sustainability and risk management. This mentorship will help them scale and refine their projects, taking them to a new level of effectiveness and reach.

Impact Tools and Expansion Opportunities:
Awardees will have the opportunity to participate in the Forest Lovers program and collaborate in the development of innovative tools designed to maximize the impact of their initiatives. These opportunities enable them to take their projects to new heights.

Final Event in Washington D.C.

Winning projects will be presented in Washington D.C., the epicenter of Continental Sustainable Deveopment. Tree Planting Initiative is going to be presented with various partners participation. Representatives will have the opportunity to showcase how their efforts are impacting the continent and setting the path toward a more resilient future.