A workshop was held at Primary School “Bora Lazić” (Vlaška) for 6th- and 8th‑grade students participating in the Twinning project “Waterwise: Building Climate-Resilient Futures”. In addition to the students and biology teacher Vladan Nešić, researchers from the University of Belgrade – Institute for Multidisciplinary Research also took part: Dr Marija Smederevac‑Lalić, Dr Karolina Sunjog, Dr Jovana Kostić, Dr Jelena Đorđević‑Aleksić and Dr Milica Jaćimović.

Two short lectures were held at the school. Dr Marija Smederevac‑Lalić presented the goals and activities of the Horizon project Danube4All, while Dr Milica Jaćimović introduced the DANUBElifelines project. Both lectures highlighted the connection between ongoing research, climate change impacts, aquatic ecosystem resilience and the themes addressed by the Twinning project “Waterwise”.

After the introductory session, the group visited the Lug River near Mladenovac. In the field, Dr Jovana Kostić, Dr Jelena Đorđević‑Aleksić, Dr Karolina Sunjog and Dr Željka Višnjić‑Jeftić demonstrated water‑sampling techniques, measurement of basic physico‑chemical parameters, microbiological analyses and microplastic detection. Students learned about the importance of healthy freshwater habitats, the threats they face, and possibilities for their restoration.

The workshop was held in an inspiring and engaging atmosphere, with great interest from the students. Such activities strengthen environmental awareness, enhance cooperation between science and education and encourage young people to take an active role in protecting freshwater ecosystems.