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Green Roots: Cultivating Sustainability in Young Minds

Location

Lithonia, Georgia
Status

Active
Age Level

Any Age

Project created by Dodley Joseph

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The Problem

The problem we aim to address is the lack of environmental awareness and sustainable practices among local youth.

Our Plan

The action we are planning involves building garden beds and compost bins to create a hands-on educational platform for local children, fostering sustainability, and environmental stewardship.