Monthly cleanups rally residents, schools, and traders to keep beaches and reefs free of plastic pollution.
Collections are sorted to track the most common items and inform advocacy with local authorities and vendors.
Students design posters and social media messages to spread awareness and cut single-use packaging.
The effort supports cleaner coastlines and safer habitats for turtles and fish.
“Keeping our beaches clean keeps our livelihoods strong.”
Outcomes
- 4.2 tons of waste removed in 2024
- Top offenders: sachets, PET bottles, straws
- Vendor pledges to reduce single-use items
Timeline
- 2024-02Kickoff & school outreach
- 2024-06Waste audit & advocacy
- 2024-09Vendor engagement & pledges