Education
ABC Horta de Dalt
The ABC Horta de Dalt project is anongoing educational initiative aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of thecultural and natural heritage associated with the Horta de Dalt area in Palma.This project, which is part of Palma XXI's efforts to revitalize the agrarianpark area, leverages the unique location of Horta de Dalt as an ideal space forenvironmental education focused on agriculture, biodiversity, and sustainablewater management. Now in its fourth edition, the project is carried out incollaboration with the Psychiatry Department of Son Espases Hospital, whereactivities are directed toward both children and adults, including inpatientsand day hospital patients. These activities are led by various experts and inpartnership with organizations such as GOB, SEAE, and Col·lectiu Arquitectives.
Leading Entity
Palma XXI
Year
2023
Key Partnerns
Psychiatry Department of Son Espases Hospital, GOB, SEAE, Col·lectiu Arquitectives, Palma XXI
State of the Project
Active
Keywords
Environmental Education, Realinging, Regeneration
Sustainable Development Goals
The Challenge
Horta de Dalt is an area rich in natural and cultural heritage, historically linked to the three springs that have supplied Palma with water for centuries. Despite its potential for agricultural development within the municipality, the area is experiencing a decline in agricultural activity and a reduction in rural and environmental diversity due to urban pressure and speculation. This situation calls for initiatives that promote the understanding and appreciation of Horta de Dalt's cultural and natural heritage, particularly among those who can benefit most from this knowledge, such as the patients of Son Espases Hospital.
The Solution
The ABC Horta de Dalt project offers a variety of activities tailored to adults and young people attending the day hospital, as well as to children who are inpatients at the public school within the hospital, and, when necessary, individually in their rooms. These activities cover topics such as sustainable water management, best practices in agriculture and land management, biodiversity, and healthy living habits, including the consumption of local products. The project's objectives are aligned with strengthening local biodiversity, promoting traditional activities, and enhancing the cultural heritage of the area, all in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Key Initiatives
- Installation and Maintenance of Nesting Boxes: An activity conducted on the hospital grounds to encourage local biodiversity.
- Guided Tours of the Agrarian Park: Exploring the natural surroundings of the hospital to learn about the area's biodiversity.
- Active Listening to Nature Sounds: An activity focused on appreciating the natural sounds characteristic of the rural environment.
- Collaborative Mural: A creative activity designed especially
Impact
- Cultural and Natural Heritage Awareness: The project promotes the understanding and appreciation of Horta de Dalt’s cultural and natural heritage among Son Espases Hospital patients.
- Biodiversity and Sustainable Management: Encourages best practices in land management and agriculture while promoting local biodiversity.
- Healthy Living Habits: Educates participants on healthy living habits and the importance of consuming local products, contributing to their overall well-being.
Key Partners
- Palma XXI: Citizen association with a vocation as an observatory of the city's past, present, and future, aimed at reflecting and making proposals oriented toward sustainable and inclusive urban design.
- Son Espases Hospital: To implement this project, we have the collaboration of the Pediatrics and Psychiatry departments of the Hospital.
- GOB, SEAE i Col·lectiu Alternatives: Social and environmental organizations contributing to the implementation of workshops with psychiatry and pediatric patients.
Future Outlook
With four successful editions already completed, ABC Horta de Dalt plans to continue with annual editions, expanding the number of participants and updating activities according to the needs identified in previous sessions.
Learn More
Discover more about our educational efforts and the positive impacts of ABC Horta de Dalt by visiting the project page on the Palma XXI website.
