GAIA Asia Pacific News Monitoring & Updates

Issue #44 - February 2024

Rounding International Zero Waste Month events around the region

Last January 2024, over  200 GAIA members and allies took part in the International Zero Waste Month reaching a total of 300 events in 22 countries.

The participants from grassroots groups, national and regional alliances, zero waste cities from different parts of the world, waste pickers and waste workers, scientists, researchers, policymakers, youth, the academe, and leading implementers of zero waste, organized a wide range of events such as workshops and webinars, flashmobs, campaign caravans, Reuse Tours, film screenings, and public discussions. All these events upheld the principles of zero waste and working together towards a sustainable future.

The month-long events featured different weekly themes:

• WEEK 1: Launch (Jan 1-5)
• WEEK 2: BARRIERS TO ZERO WASTE (Jan 6-12): #RefuseSingleUse 
• WEEK 3: SOLUTIONS WEEK (Jan 13-19): #ChooseReuse Week 
• WEEK4: FALSE SOLUTIONS WEEK (Jan 20-26): #NoBurn, #NoTrashTalk #LessPlasticMoreLife
• WEEK 5: HUMANS OF ZERO WASTE (Jan 27-31): #JustTransition

The weekly themes were selected based on its critical importance in our collective effort to promote zero waste as a viable solution to the waste crisis. Our call is clear: to mainstream Zero Waste as a solution to waste issues and connect it to bigger climate discussions, the IZWM gathered members across the regions to showcase both the work and the vision.

The GAIA Asia Pacific team extends heartfelt gratitude for members and allies’ year-round commitment to zero waste efforts and advocacy, transforming the International Zero Waste Month into a celebration that resonates across the region and beyond.

IZWM HIGHLIGHTS

In case you missed it! Here’s a rundown of some of the key events during the International Zero Waste Month.

WEEK 1: LAUNCH OF THE INTERNATIONAL ZERO WASTE MONTH

• AUSTRALIA: Compost Carpool reminds everyone that there are tons of things you can do to reduce waste! Link here
• CHILE: Latin America highlights zero waste as part of their traditions and encourages everyone to join the Refuse Single-Use Day on January 6. Link here
• INDIA: Eco Circular India Foundation, Cummins India Foundation, Mudhoji College, Phaltan Nagar Parishad, and Forest Division, Phaltan have jointly kicked off the International Zero Waste Month celebration in Phaltan with a musical show at Forest Garden! The event emphasized the importance of zero waste, composting, and combating plastic pollution. Energizing street plays also took place at key public locations like the city bus stand, market, and Mudhoji College campus, ensuring the message resonates throughout Phaltan. 🎉link here
• INDIA: Hear insights from SWMRT on adopting a low-waste lifestyle! Looking for book recommendations? Check them here
• INDIA: Zero Waste Pondicherry is making a conscious effort to move towards a zero waste lifestyle. Learn more here.
• INDONESIA: Let's hear it from Aliansi Zero Waste Indonesia and PPLH Bali as they share the history of Zero Waste Month! link here | link here
• INDONESIA: ECOTON doing a Zero Waste Lifestyle temp check. Which points mentioned here have you already adopted?
• INDONESIA: Dietplastik Indonesia invites everyone to join the International Zero Waste Month. Ready to be part of it? Link here
• NEPAL: HECAF360 reminding us to mark our calendars for #RefuseSingleUseDay on January 6! Link here
• NEW ZEALAND: Zero Waste Network Aotearoa has joined the International Zero Waste Month, urging everyone to reject single-use products in the Pacific! Link here
• The Zero Waste Film screenings 2024 featured inspiring documentaries produced by GAIA Asia Pacific members. Link here

WEEK 2: BARRIERS TO ZERO WASTE

• Hundreds worldwide joined Refuse Single-Use Day! See how everyone got creative on their posts on Facebook | RSU Facebook | Instagram
• BANGLADESH: Documentary showcasing ESDO's Initiative on Zero Waste Village (ZWV), complemented by a workshop on combating plastic pollution. During the workshop, participants actively engaged in collaborative discussions and generated ideas to address plastic pollution in their respective communities. Link here
• CHINA: A Community Workshop on Waste Solutions and Alternatives to Waste Incineration explored real solutions for waste problems facing the city of Wuhu. Local community leaders discussed implementable solutions to waste problems. Wuhu Ecology Center presented their results on research of information disclosure of waste incineration facilities around the country. Learn more here
• CHINA: Sharing knowledge of alternatives to plastic use. Green Camel Bell distributed their research report on how Japan reduces its plastic use and shared the reports with Chinese groups. In addition, a community-based activity was held at a Gansu township to promote the concept of zero waste villages. Link here
• CHILE: Conversatorio "La crisis de los plásticos y el proceso del tratado global. Conversation open to the general public that will address how plastics have created a crisis on our planet, and the opportunity that the global treaty process gives us to stop plastic pollution and to take global measures to reduce the production of this toxic material. Link here
• CHILE: Lanzamiento documental: Burning Injustice. Link here
• GHANA:  GAYO launches Anti Plastic Earth! This event is fullpacked with a series of activities, including education, clean-ups, brand audits, and recycling workshops to curb plastic pollution in the Northern region of Ghana through community sensitization and engagement. The event was launched in January with media publicity through TV/ radio interviews and social media campaigns.
• HUNGARY: Debunking myths about disposable packaging. Learn more here
• INDIA: Phaltan's Youth-Led Cleanliness Drive was a community-driven event organized by Eco Circular India Foundation to commemorate International Zero Waste Month. For two days, they mobilized local volunteers, students, and community members to clean up Forest Park and the Airport area, spreading awareness about waste reduction and environmental preservation. The event featured the Chief Officer of Phaltan Municipal Council,  Mr Sanjay Gaikwad and  an interactive session, and opportunities for participants to actively engage in environmental initiatives. Link here
• INDIA: A comprehensive analysis of challenges in achieving zero waste. The "Barriers to Zero Waste" meeting was convened as part of the Integrated Zero Waste Management (IZWM) initiative, focusing on two Panchayats in the Alappuzha District of Kerala, India. The primary stakeholders, Harithakarmasena, consisting mainly of Kudumbashree women, were engaged in discussions aimed at enhancing waste management practices. Part of these events were a lecture class, group discussions and presentations, a pledge against single-use plastics, and many more. Link here
• INDIA: Roundtable on Roadmap to Zero Waste Ahmedabad - Current situation and way ahead. A stakeholders’ consultation to discuss the current situation of implementation as per the roadmap to zero waste Ahmedabad document prepared by Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation. Link here
• INDONESIA: Reuse Study Tour & Conference: Co-organized with Dietplastik Indonesia, The Reuse Tour in Jakarta, Indonesia, from January 8-12, witnessed the participation of 38 individuals in the study tour and around 60 in the conference with participants from outside the Asia Pacific region. The diverse cohort comprised representatives from the Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand, and members of the Aliansi Zero Waste Indonesia.  Local government officials from the region and social enterprises were also present. Other than insightful site visits delving into reuse practices across different products and services, with a particular focus on daily essentials and the food and beverage industry, this event also launched the Asia Reuse Consortium, a groundbreaking initiative comprising 18 individuals from civil society organizations, businesses, and government officials from 13 countries, including Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam united by a mission to champion reuse as a practical, sustainable, and effective solution to SUPs. Ripples of a Revolution | Study Tour link | Conference link | Asia Reuse Consortium link | Link to conference recording
• KENYA: Triple Planetary Crisis Symposium: Uniting for Sustainable Solutions. This public knowledge-sharing event, held at Multimedia University, aimed to address environmental challenges and was attended by students and youth from various universities in Nairobi. The symposium featured panel discussions led by experts from various sectors, focusing on pollution, climate change, and biodiversity loss. Link here
• KENYA: Wahenga Youth Zero Waste Weekend. The proposed activity, aligned with the concept of the International Zero Waste Month and Refuse Single-Use Day, incorporates awareness creation and an artistic dimension through graffiti. The event aims to raise awareness and promote actionable steps towards reducing waste generation, particularly focusing on the refusal of single-use items within the community, the organization also did a clean-up, knowledge sharing session, brand audit, social media campaign, and signing pledges among other activities. Link here
• NEW ZEALAND: Together with GAIA, Zero Waste Network Aotearoa declared January 6 as REFUSE SINGLE USE DAY with tips to incorporate simple steps into your life to avoid single-use items, carry a refillable water bottle, coffee cup, and takeaway container, commit to avoiding single-use takeaways without reusable containers, and advocate for SUC-free cities by encouraging local councils to establish easy and affordable reuse and refill systems. Link here
• NIGERIA: The Environmental Rights Action / Friends of the Earth, the Zero Waste Ambassadors engaged in a radio discussion across three Nigerian cities: Benin City, Uyo, and Yenagua. The conversation revolved around the crucial role of brands in tackling plastic pollution. Link here
• PHILIPPINES: Health Care Without Harm joined in the celebration during Refuse Single-Use Day. Link here 
• PHILIPPINES: Centre for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology (CREST) offered a Skillshare Training on Anaerobic Digestion to teach how to  design, operate, and maintain small-scale anaerobic digesters or biogas systems. Link here
• PHILIPPINES: Navigating the EVB Lifecycle in the Philippines. An online information campaign from Mother Earth Foundation to promote public awareness regarding Electronic Vehicle Battery (EVB). Link here
• PHILIPPINES: Kabataan Para sa Iwas Plastik. The forum is designed to equip Sangguniang Kabataan (youth council) officers with the necessary knowledge and skills to actively champion the campaign against single-use plastics. The ultimate goal is to catalyze a youth-led campaign advocating for the elimination of single-use plastics. This initiative culminated with action planning sessions and the commitment pledges of SK officers to reduce the usage of single-use plastics facilitated through the use of self-monitoring forms. Link here
• SRI LANKA: The Centre for Environmental Justice invited everyone to share their efforts in reducing single-use plastics. The event, which took place in the Colombo district, specifically in Borella, Nugegoda, and Colombo Fort, targeted the general public, including students and youth. As part of the event, CEJ screened movies related to plastic pollution and distributed educational leaflets on plastic alternatives, encouraging the adoption of refill and reuse systems.  Link here
• TANZANIA: Ditch the Disposable: A Campaign Against Single-Use Plastics. The Tanzania Youth Empowerment and Development Organization's campaign was in full swing, educating and empowering the community to say no to single-use plastics. From schools to street markets, they spread the word by providing zero waste alternatives. 
• THAILAND: Catch Environmental Justice Foundation’s series of articles inspiring stories of people behind zero waste initiatives in Thailand! Link here
• Zero Waste Europe highlighting the critical importance of reuse systems that will bring us closer to a zero waste world. Learn more here

WEEK 3: SOLUTIONS WEEK

• INDIA: The India member meeting held in Bengaluru, India last January 16-17 saw the active engagement of  21 members (5 of them attending a GAIA meeting for the first time) and a total of 24 participants excluding the GAIA team. Overall, participants expressed satisfaction with the meeting outcomes, expressing excitement for the next steps in the collaborative journey.
• INDIA: "Follow The Monkey: Zero Waste Event" RNisarg Foundation organized a walkathon for awareness on household waste segregation and felicitation of citizen participants in household waste segregation. Link here
• INDONESIA: Youth Zero Waste Bootcamp with PPLH Bali. This bootcamp engaged high school and vocational school representatives in Denpasar City to discuss the urgency of waste, visit landfills, and explore practical waste management solutions for schools. Participants critically addressed local waste issues through public discussions, enhanced unity via capacity-building activities, and learned waste management practices based on the 3R principles. Link here
• INDONESIA: Kitchen Garden. Organized by ECOTON, these environmentally-aware students carry organic waste from their homes to the educational institution in an inspiring collaboration between home and school. They have equipped mothers' groups with specialized trash bins to facilitate this process, turning waste management into a seamless and organized practice. The initiative spans two elementary schools, engaging 30 enthusiastic students (15 from each school) in this impactful movement. Link here
• INDONESIA: Launch of Refill Stores in 2 areas in Gresik Regency by   ECOTON. It aims to mainstream the use of reusable materials, provide alternatives to consumers, and decrease waste generation. Link here
• KENYA: Household Segregation Campaign. The Kisumu Waste Pickers Welfare Association (KIWAPWA) distributed buckets to community members in Obunga to emphasize the importance of segregation at source and to make waste collection easier for waste pickers. Link here
• MALAYSIA: Zero Waste Earth Store commenced the celebration of Eco Fest 2.0 on January 13. Eco Fest 2.0 is an event filled with various activities aimed at raising awareness and showcasing zero waste solutions. Link here
• Nepal: CLEAN UP NEPAL celebrated IZWM by conducting two clean-up events at Shivapuri Nagarjuna National Park on January 13 and Godawari Bus Park area on January 17,). The event aimed to raise awareness about waste management, promote responsible consumption, and contribute to the larger goal of achieving a zero-waste society.  Link here
• PHILIPPINES: Heal Without Waste: Detoxifying Healthcare by Going Plastics Free is a Campaign Caravan (awareness campaign) and stakeholder discussion via community dialogue. Link here
• PHILIPPINES: Mother Earth Foundation, in partnership with the Quezon City government, launched the Organics Fair 2024 on January 16. The event is a 2-day fair that showcased various techniques, technologies, and best practices in organics management, with demo segments allowing active participation and interaction with the audience. Link here
• PHILIPPINES: Amlig Kalibutan: Navigating Paths to a Zero Waste Future is a dynamic set of events encompassing talks, presentations, and interactive interviews. The initiative aims to spotlight and celebrate individuals from diverse backgrounds who have emerged as influential contributors to sustainability and zero-waste endeavors. Link here
• THAILAND: The Bottle Free Seas (BFS) project of the Environmental Justice Foundation conducted the “Bottle Barter” activity at water refill stations in Bangkok. The activity invited Bangkok residents to dust off their forgotten reusable bottles and cups and let them find new purpose in the hands of those who seek a greener path. See more here

WEEK 4: FALSE SOLUTIONS WEEK

• HONG KONG: Greeners Fusion Chinese New Year Refill Shopping Tasting Event, launched on January 21, is a public education campaign encouraging public members to enjoy a zero packaging shopping spree as well as educational sharing at Greeners Fusion, GA’s first refill shopping concept store in Sha Tin. It allowed participants to have their first taste of package-free shopping before the Chinese New Year. Another event on January 22, was organized for members only with the same purpose. Link here
• INDIA: Sachin Kalukhe of Eco Circular India led a session on home composting, addressing challenges like festive food waste and rainy season moisture. Approximately 50 parents and teachers attended, committing to home composting and kitchen gardening. Learn more here
• INDIA: Zero waste is a simple technique (Study Tour). An awareness program on zero waste for citizens and students organized by Stree Mukti Sanghatana (SMS). Link here
• INDIA: Broadcast of Speech on Zero Waste where All India radio made announcements for 5 days in Marathi. Link here
• INDIA: Citizen Consumer Action Group (CAG) convened different stakeholders in Chennai to discuss the current consumptive economic framework impacting people and the environment. The forum also covers policy topics including Extended Producers Responsibility in India.
• INDONESIA: Focus Group Discussion on the “Recommendations on the SOP Implementation of Bandung Mayor’s Distribution Letter” related to managing food and organic wastes in Bandung. The FGD was organized by YPBB and participated in by managers of different hotels and restaurants in Bandung. This is part of the larger campaign to promote zero waste solutions including reducing and managing organic wastes at source. Link here
• INDONESIA: Highlights from the Public Discussion on 'Effectiveness and Impact of Waste Disposal Site Development in Bali. This discussion prompted significant changes as Kertalangu Waste Disposal Site (#TPST) management directly engaged with affected residents and received suggestions from LBH Bali, PPLH Bali, Nexus3 Foundation, and Head of Lebih Village, Gianyar. Check here
• INDONESIA: YPBB organized a discussion with small and medium-scale Horeca (Hotel, Restaurant, Cafe) businesses in Bandung City. This discussion activity was carried out to bridge the Bandung city government (DLH and DISBUDPAR) with Horeca entrepreneurs regarding SOPs that can be implemented in achieving the goal of managing and resolving waste problems independently following applicable circulars and laws. Learn more here
• INDONESIA: WALHI Central Java commemorated International Zero Waste Month (IZWM) by holding a film screening of "Towards Zero Waste", a discussion, and a photo and educational exhibition. The activity brought together affected communities with academics, and the government in responding to the WtE incinerator development plan in Semarang City. Link here
• MALAYSIA: The Symposium co-organized by GAIA and Friends of the Earth Malaysia presented situational analysis and updated knowledge on waste-to-energy (WtE) incineration from speakers from key Asia Pacific countries, namely China, Japan, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Australia and experiences of Zero Waste Europe. The main aim is to debunk waste-to-energy incineration and promote zero-waste. Link to recording | Learn more here I Link to the News Release
• MALAYSIA: Zero Waste Exhibition and Marketplace: Zero Food Waste as Climate Action was Co-organized by Kuala Lumpur Selangor Chinese Assembly Hall-Youth Section (KLSCAH Youth) and Hara Makers. The event featured an art exhibit from Hara Makers, Eco Sustainable Resources, Zero Waste Malaysia, Anjez Art Project, and Gabungan Penduduk Batu Arang.
• MALAYSIA: GAIA Malaysian Members’ Consultation on Anti-Incineration and Site Visit at Batu Arang WTE Site: The Members' Consultation and Learning Session at Batu Arang WtE Site on January 28, 2024, saw active participation from 6 out of 9 GAIA Malaysian member organization, totaling 15 participants in the morning consultation. In the afternoon site visit, nearly 60 members of the affected community were engaged. Representatives from 6 member organizations actively participated, with 6 attendees experiencing their first GAIA meeting. Notably, a national strategy on Anti-Incineration was initiated, the GAIA Members Malaysia WhatsApp group was established for coordinating efforts, and collaborative initiatives among members were launched. These outcomes highlight the significant progress made during the consultation, contributing to the anti-incineration movement in the region.
• NEPAL: Waste Workers' Dignity Day. On the occasion of International Zero Waste Month, Nepalgunj Sub-Metropolitan City with the support of respective organizations: Mdm France, AFD, GIZ Nepal, BEE-Group, and GAIA organized this event to highlight waste workers' contribution and leadership in making the city clean and healthy. The event also focused a discussion on Occupational Health and Safety. Link here
• PHILIPPINES: Walang Plastikan Roadshow. Pangasinan Pse, in partnership with Ecowaste Coalition, launched the Walang Plastikan Roadshow 2024 for this year’s National Zero Waste Month with the forum “𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒄 𝑷𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚-𝒃𝒂𝒔𝒆𝒅 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑺𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔” in Dagupan City. Link here | Know more here
• PHILIPPINES: The Path to Zero Waste. Your SK FDC, in partnership with Ecowaste Coalition, successfully launched the "Path to Zero Waste" project on January 27, 2024, aimed at promoting environmental care. Featured speakers from the Ecowaste Coalition highlighted the importance of Zero Waste Practices. The event, attended by various youth and community groups, welcomed esteemed guests like BM Chelsea Sarno, Mayor Maricel Echevarria Torres, and more. Link here.
• PHILIPPINES: 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋: "𝗕𝗮𝗴-𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝘀𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗸𝘂𝗻𝗵𝗼𝗱 𝘀𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗮" is a mini-grant project funded by Ecowaste Coalition in line with the celebration of Zero Waste Month 2024 aimed at strengthening community participation in solid waste management. EnvironMINTAL is a project implemented by the Mintal Resource Collectors Association in partnership with the Barangay Council of Mintal, the Barangay Council for Women, and the SK Council of Mintal, with the help of Interfacing Development Interventions for Sustainability (IDIS). Link here.
• PHILIPPINES: 50 campaigners and communities came together for a workshop organized by GAIA Asia Pacific, Freedom from Debt Coalition, and NGO Forum on ADB, focusing on empowering them to combat false solutions proposed by international financial institutions (IFIs) on climate change, including WtE incineration, biomass, refuse-derived fuel, ammonia co-firing, gas, among others. Link here.
• PHILIPPINES: Zero Waste Webinar Series on Republic Act 9003 – Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000 and an orientation on Waste Analysis Characterization Study (WACS) organized by BAN Toxics. This online event provided a comprehensive look at the landmark policy on waste management in the Philippines. Link to recording
• PHILIPPINES: War-on-Waste BFFP Negros together with the Zero Youth Negros and different organizations in Silliman University organized a lecture / academic sharing on zero waste solutions directly countering false solutions on the waste and plastic crisis. The forum featured former BFFP staff and now SU Visiting Researcher and Australian National University PhD Candidate in Resources, Environment and Development, Joseph Edward Alegado, MA, MPM. Link here
• VIETNAM: Reuse Station - Gian hàng Tái sử dụng is a communication event to bring residents' attention to reuse as an effective solution for waste reduction, particularly plastic waste in the environment. Link here
• VIETNAM: "CIVILIZED CONSUMPTION - REDUCE PLASTIC WASTE" CAMPAIGN. Link here
• Financing Plastic Pollution webinar: The Financing Plastic Pollution webinar conducted last January 25, amassed 166 registered participants, 77 in live attendance, and 53 views on the recording. Impressively, 81 participants joined from outside the Asia-Pacific region, and 41 AP members. The webinar is the first of its kind on the plastic pollution financing ecosystem, fostering collaboration among diverse actors and regions on the plastic crisis discussions. It is the first webinar that addressed the role of financing subsidies in plastic pollution. The event received high registration and demonstrated substantial interest from members and allies on the issue, and the significance of the topic within the network. Link to recording

WEEK 5: HUMANS OF ZERO WASTE

• INDONESIA. Guwang Art Market Plastic Free Market Reactivation, Karaoke Day 2024. The Guwang art market's plastic-free market program was reactivated to re-introduce it to traders and visitors. This market is a plastic-free pilot in Bali province. To engage participants, a karaoke activity was conducted with traders and visitors. Link here
• NEPAL. Health Environment and Climate Action Foundation (HECAF360) has successfully organized the Zero Waste Clinic during International Zero Waste Month 2024. Link here
• NEPAL: Zero Waste Flash mob. Link here
• PHILIPPINES: Southeast Asia Regional Consultation on Just Transition: The SEA Regional Consultation on Just Transition, held in Manila, Philippines last February 2-3, gained the active participation of 35 attendees, including 2 participants from Ocean Conservancy who are outside the Asia-Pacific region serving as observers. The consultation featured insights from 11 waste pickers and waste workers who engaged in meaningful discussions about their conditions, and contributions to society, and outlined the support they require. This provided a comprehensive understanding of the diverse needs and perspectives within the community. Despite using different terms, the articulated needs and aspirations of the waste pickers and waste workers are closely aligned, reflecting a collective vision for a just transition in the region. This will inform further refinement of the vision and principles for the SEA Regional Consultation on Just Transition. Link here.  
• PHILIPPINES: National Consultation with Waste Workers on Just Transition establishes The Philippine National Waste Workers Association (PNWWA). The event held in Manila on February 4, drew active participation from 70 attendees, including 10 observers from Indonesia, Vietnam, and other regions. The diverse group, comprising 50 waste pickers and workers and 20 Mother Earth Foundation staff, addressed crucial issues such as recognition, the right to organize, just compensation, and humane working conditions. A significant outcome was the formation of a national board, electing Aloja Santos as President, ensuring a unified voice for advocating workers' rights. In March, a Magna Carta for Waste Workers is set to be presented to Senator Loren Legarda, marking a strategic step forward in advancing the rights and conditions of waste workers in the Philippines. Link here
• PHILIPPINES: On February 4, 2024, Waste Workers Appreciation Day saw significant engagement with 355 participants, including 11 non-Filipinos from Asia Pacific and 2 from other countries. The event involved 195 Waste Workers and 20 Mother Earth Foundation staff. It's a an appreciation day for waste workers through pampering activities (dental, pedicure/manicure, haircut), engaging games, and distributing prizes. Link here.
• Let's support our waste pickers and waste workers. Click the link and explore GAIA members working towards a just transition. Link here. 

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Share your IZWM experience and help us enhance it by answering these two survey forms:

Zero Waste Month Output Reporting Form

This survey is designed for recipients of mini-grants, non-recipient GAIA members, and allies to share details about their International Zero Waste Month activities. Provide insights into the scope, reach, and key outcomes of your initiatives. For mini-grant recipients, there is also a dedicated section to upload your financial report.

Zero Waste Month Evaluation Form

This tool covers questions aimed at knowing the thoughts of members regarding the conduct of the International Zero Waste Month 2024. The form asks members’ satisfaction on the level of coordination, and provision of financial and communication support.

Both surveys are open until Friday, March 8th. Your participation in completing these two forms would greatly contribute to improving future iterations of the International Zero Waste Month.

For those who were not able to participate...

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