Introduction Climate Action & Commitments Products & Process Community & Collaboration Africa REGIONAL HIGHLIGHT: Building Solid Schools & Confident Students Since 2020, BIC has hosted a penmanship program, currently called “Express Myself with My BIC Pen.” Consistent with the competency-based Curriculum (CBC) system, the program emphasizes art and creativity. Students are encouraged to express themselves more freely, and improve handwriting skills. In 2024, the program engaged 50 teachers and nearly 15,000 students. Driving Teacher Development Data shows that creativity and non-traditional teaching methods are crucial to the future employability of young people in today’s job market. With that in mind, the “Canvas of Change” campaign, first started in 2023, offers annual master classes, and honors six standout teachers a year for their innovative approaches to education. Renovating Classrooms & Offering Opportunities BIC Tunisia expanded its “Biblio’ BIC” program, focused on renovating libraries in public schools, to spark a love of reading and improve learning conditions. At the same time, BIC continued the long-term “Teachers’ Day” initiative in Tunisia and Morocco, offering expert-led training and resources to empower educators. This program supports primary school teachers with content and classroom management strategies. “The Power of One” In the buildup to Paris 2024, BIC announced its partnership with the Track & Field athlete, Mpumelelo Mhlongo, South Africa’s most legendary Paralympian. BIC’s CSR program aims to raise awareness around the school dropout rate in South Africa, which is alarmingly high at 41%, and largely caused by a lack of resources. The partnership contributes to the South Africa team’s efforts to keep students in school. Mpumelelo’s story showcases how individual efforts, the right environment, and necessary resources can create a hero in challenging times. Kenya North Africa South Africa Ivory Coast 13 2024 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
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