Trashformed Initiative

Location

Accra (La Community), Ghana

Project Type

Climate Action & Environmental Health

Year

2024

Project Overview

A collaboration with Global Shapers Accra Hub to carry out a youth-led environmental initiative transforming plastic waste into opportunities for education, sustainability, and empowerment.

The Challenge

Plastic pollution in coastal communities poses serious environmental and public health risks.

What We Did

Implemented weekly waste collection, conducted climate education, organized clean-ups, and upcycled waste into school bags for school children.

These outcomes show how targeted community action improved healthcare access, supported continued care, and restored dignity for families in need.

Impact & Outcomes

Over 3.6 tonnes of plastic waste were diverted from the environment.

Waste Reduction

300+ schoolchildren trained in environmental sustainability.

Climate Education

Waste materials were transformed into 140 school bags.

Sustainable Innovation

Empowered young changemakers to lead climate action.

Youth Engagement

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Project moments, captured on site.

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