Little Litter League partners up with Eco Champions to deliver workshops on eco-friendly environment
By Nazir Ali
On Tuesday 5th April, the community hub, Company Drinks, Barking Park, hosted the local Eco Champion, Musa Ali, (aka Active Musa on social media) to launch a new eco and recycling initiative for young people concerned about their environment.
Active Musa, also an Eco Champion at Manor Junior School, attracted his school colleagues, Ismail, Yusra and another Musa and delivered a workshop on how to become an Eco Warrior, protecting the environment and offer tips for healthy initiatives. The participant received an Eco Warrior badge to champion their ongoing efforts.
He said “protecting the environment is everyone’s responsibility and this is the only planet we have!
Always be mindful of what you do and understand the impact of your actions!”
He and the youngsters then listed 10 things you can do to protect the environment:-
1. Walk or ride a bicycle to school;
2. Don’t use plastic carrier bags/bottles, use reusable bags/bottles;
3. Collect litter whenever and wherever you see it;
4. Grow your own vegetables;
5. Recycle your wastes;
6. Switch off your lights when not in use;
7. Spend less time on your screens- TV, laptops, iPads;
8. Collect and recycle your water eg. Wudu water used for gardening;
9. Plant trees and flowers to increase biodiversity;
10. Have short showers.
The group rounded off a great activity by taking part in a group litter pick organised by Emdad Rahman, MBE from the Little Litter League. “Young people are keen and passionate about making the world a better place for everyone.” Said Emdad.
“Young people either cheery, animated, miffed and sprightly when it comes to littering. Nonetheless, every act to protect the environment, no matter how small, makes a huge difference.” Added Emdad.
The group collected two bags full within 15 minutes of litter-picking in the park.
