On April 17, during the international Humus event, Navdanya International held a hands-on workshop with students from the Calvino High School in Città della Pieve, focusing on the care and stewardship of biodiversity.

The initiative was part of Terrae Vivae, Navdanya International’s program dedicated to fostering pathways of ecological regeneration by reconnecting soil, food systems, and communities. Rooted in agroecology, biodiversity protection, and a renewed awareness of the deep link between caring for the Earth and safeguarding the rights of future generations, Terrae Vivae supports a wide range of initiatives—from ecological education to regenerative farming practices, and the building of alliances among schools, local communities, and movements for ecological justice—while amplifying lived experiences of change and cultivating new imaginaries for ecological resilience.

The workshop engaged students in a hands-on, creative activity focused on building nesting boxes for wild birds and bug hotels. Through a practical, workshop-based approach, participants explored the importance of biodiversity across urban, agricultural, and natural ecosystems.

They were introduced to the idea of biodiversity as both a shared heritage and a vital resource within the ecosystems we inhabit, while taking part in a tangible act of care—constructing shelters and nesting spaces. This process also fostered practical skills, collaboration, and a deeper sense of environmental awareness.

The workshop concluded with the installation of the nesting boxes and insect shelters built earlier, placed within a public green area. This final moment opened up space for reflection on habitat loss, the need to design urban spaces through an ecological lens, and the understanding that both biodiversity and public spaces are part of our shared commons.