SERVICE AS ACTION
Form-1: Project Proposal
ITEM DETAILS.
Group Members 1. AB
(5 Max)
2. CD
3. KK
4. OT
5. TPP
Subject of Choice
Individuals and Societies.
SA Advisor. 1. FG
Project Title Beat Plastic Pollution
(Catchy but meaningful)
Project Type Direct
(Tick only one)
Indirect
Advocacy
Research
Description of the Plastic pollution is a major environmental problem affecting ecosystems and
Issue. human health. In our community, plastic waste from single-use items like bottles
(What issue do you and bags is frequently found littering areas such as the Nyabugogo River and
want to solve and why Nyabugogo Market. This pollution contributes to soil contamination and water
is it a problem?. What pollution, harming both agricultural land and marine ecosystems. This issue
SDG does it relate to?) relates to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14: Life Below Water and SDG
15: Life on Land, which aim to protect marine and land ecosystems from
degradation.
Specific subject
knowledge We have studied environmental sustainability and waste management in class,
(What content have you particularly focusing on how human activities such as improper waste disposal
studied in class that affect ecosystems and communities. Through these lessons, we’ve gained an
connects with the issue understanding of how pollution, specifically plastic pollution, disrupts natural
you want to solve) ecosystems by contaminating water bodies and degrading soil quality. This has
a direct impact on natural resources such as clean water and fertile soil, which
are essential for agriculture, food production, and overall community well-being.
In addition, we've explored how plastic pollution contributes to health problems
in humans and animals. For example, when plastic waste breaks down into
microplastics, it can enter the food chain, potentially causing health risks for
humans who consume contaminated food and water. This aligns with what
we’ve learned about how poor waste management and pollution are linked to
broader public health concerns, such as waterborne diseases, reduced crop
yields due to soil contamination, and respiratory issues caused by the burning of
plastics. These classroom studies have provided a strong foundation for
understanding the real-world implications of plastic pollution in our community
and globally.
Project Goal. To reduce plastic pollution in our local community and contribute to a cleaner
(What broader impact and more productive environment.
do you hope to achieve
at the end of your
project?)
Project Aims 1. Research the sources and impacts of plastic pollution in the Nyabugogo
(What are the area.
milestones or 2. Raise awareness in the community about the harmful effects of plastic
actionable steps do you pollution through educational campaigns.
plan to achieve leading 3. Collaborate with local organizations to install recycling bins in public
to the broader impact) spaces.
Global Context.
(Select 1 global context Globalization and Sustainability: This project is connected to the global
and describe how it context of sustainability as it addresses the widespread environmental challenge
connects with the issue of plastic pollution, which has global and local implications. By tackling plastic
or service you want to waste in our community, we are contributing to a more sustainable environment
offer) while connecting local actions to global concerns.
Service learning 1. Become more aware of my strengths and areas of growth: By
outcomes. conducting research and raising awareness, I will better understand my
(Choose 2 or 3. ability to engage with environmental issues and contribute positively to
Throughout the project, the community.
you will aim to achieve 2. Undertake challenges that develop new skills: Organizing
these learning community-wide awareness campaigns and collaborating with local
outcomes, and your organizations will be a new and challenging experience that will help
project will be develop my leadership and communication skills.
judged/assessed on 3. Work collaboratively with others: This project requires teamwork to
these outcomes successfully implement the recycling program and carry out awareness
through your reflection) activities, improving my ability to work with peers and community
members.
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