Climate change presents a global challenge requiring innovative and collaborative approaches to mitigate its impact. This article explores the intersection of community engagement, infrastructure management, and student involvement in addressing climate change. Engaging communities in decision-making initiatives fosters a sense of shared responsibility and encourages the adoption of more sustainable practices. Infrastructure management is essential to this endeavor to achieve eco-friendly design, maximize energy efficiency, and guarantee resilience against climate-related disasters. In addition, including students in climate action produces a future generation of leaders who are aware of environmental issues and know how to promote sustainable solutions. A quantitative survey using a standardized questionnaire was conducted. The target participants were school administrators and teachers at the public senior secondary schools in Kwara State, Nigeria. The data was analyzed using SmartPLS 3.0. The findings from the relationships demonstrate the significance of educational strategy elements in mitigating climate change issues. These findings reveal a significant gap in how we turn student involvement into real climate action in schools. The study emphasizes the need to enhance collaboration between schools and their communities, along with planning for sustainable infrastructure, as essential strategies for effective management. The insights gained from this research are invaluable for policymakers, school leaders, and education stakeholders who are working to create educational policies that weave sustainability into the fabric of school management practices. This research will contribute to knowledge such that these three elements (community engagement, student involvement & infrastructure management) provide a comprehensive strategy for mitigating climate change that empowers students to take the lead in empowering community-driven activities backed by strong infrastructure. Also, this coordinated approach not only strengthens community resilience but also supports larger international initiatives to mitigate climate change.
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