Westside Resource Centre’s community-led projects bring creativity and climate action together to engage residents in meaningful ways. Projects like “Painting the Planet” and “The Air We Share” use art and science to make sustainability understandable, start conversations about environmental issues, and strengthen community connections. Read the full case study to learn more about this work and what they are able to do.

Where is this?

Galway City

Who started this?

Westside Resource Center

    Fast facts about the initiative
    • Established Initiatives: Over 40 local groups supported annually.
    • Community Reach: Tens of thousands of annual visitors.
    • Signature Projects: Westside Arts Festival, “Painting the Planet,” “The Air We Share.”
    • Focus Areas: Climate awareness, community engagement, and creative solutions.
    What makes this stand out?
    • Integrates art, science, and climate action to engage diverse communities
    • Addresses complex climate issues in an accessible, creative format
    • Builds partnerships with local authorities, universities, and national partners
    Highlights from the Case Study
    • Westside Arts Festival: Celebrates sustainability through activities like upcycling, gardening, and pollinator talks.
    • Painting the Planet: Art inspired by the UN SDGs, raising awareness locally and nationally.
    • The Air We Share: Citizen science meets art to explore air quality and climate action.
    • Community Engagement: Projects empower residents to connect global issues with local solutions.
    SDG Alignment & Keywords
    • Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
    • Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
    • Goal 13: Climate Action
    • Goal 15: Life on Land
    • Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals

    Keywords: Community Art, Climate Awareness, Citizen Science, Sustainable Practices, Environmental Education 

    Why This Matters

    Westside Resource Centre exemplifies how creativity can make climate action approachable and impactful. By blending art, science, and community collaboration, the Centre transforms complex challenges into opportunities for education, empowerment, and meaningful change. 

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