For the next generation

I really feel 'for the next generation' is great catch phrase that has been adopted by Sony. It shows a great model to think about the ways we can combine our relationships with children/tamariki with how we use natural resources and how we can preserve natural resources and design a sustainable society both now and for the future.

Sony have a specific project entitled the “odo” project where they are designing eco toys that can tap into children's creativity, curiosity, and energy. In return, they offer new experiences, a sense of social consciousness and ecological values, and inspiration in forward-looking ways, which enhances their value even more. These toys are an invitation to enjoy a new level of interaction with devices, having fun moving parts, turning cranks, and using your body to generate energy as you play with them.

I believe every OSCAR programme can have such a project that makes use of all the rich recycled resources and natural materials found in all the four corners of Aotearoa. Best we have an Odo approach now so our children/tamariki are not left with an Odo future environment .

Juice box solar power battery idea
Collects sunlight by sticking it to a window using suction cups. After charging, fold it up as a portable battery for other eco toys.

Snaplock digital still camera idea
Powered by sticking one's fingers through the two holes and spinning the camera end over end. Because there is no LCD screen, the holes also serve as a viewfinder.

Watch out for an Odo workshop in 2011 in your region as the OSCAR Foundation contributes to a sutainable future for all our providers and everyone interconnected in programmes.

Julie