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1st Int. Transborder Conf. of the Timor Island: Timor %u2013 Science without borderDili, 7-8 May 202595Nurturing A Literacy Ecosystem For Climate Action In Primary Schools In TimorYahya Raja AdoDoctoral Study at Education Science Faculty of Surabaya State University, Director of Rumah Solusi Beta Indonesia Foundation and Founder of Sekolah Alam Manusak, Kupang NTTEmail: hbyayad@gmail.comAbstractThis paper explores the development of a literacy ecosystem that fosters climate awareness and action among primary school students in Timor. Situated at the intersection of education, environmental stewardship, and community resilience, the study highlights the pivotal role of primary schools%u2014particularly in rural and border regions%u2014as catalysts for nurturing climate-conscious citizens from an early age.Drawing on participatory research and community-based practices in both Timor-Leste and Indonesia (NTT), the paper examines how culturally relevant texts, localized curriculum design, and school-community partnerships contribute to building climate literacy. This initiative aligns with the shared mission of UNTL and UNDANA to enhance research, teaching, and community engagement, offering scalable models for transnational collaboration in addressing environmental and educational challenges across the island. By leveraging indigenous ecological knowledge and integrating it into foundational learning, schools not only deepen students%u2019 understanding of their local environment but also instill a sense of responsibility and agency as climate action champions. The research underscores the significance of cross-cultural teacher exchanges, inclusive pedagogies, and the integration of climate justice principles in shaping future curricula and localized lesson plans. Recommendations emphasize policy integration, teacher capacity-building, and the inclusion of indigenous knowledge in climate education. Ultimately, this paper argues that cultivating climate literacy at the primary school level is essential for fostering adaptive and resilient communities in Timor and beyond.Keywords: ecosystem literacy, clinate education, environment, Timor