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🌎 Encouraging youth to take personal action to nurture & protect the environment 💚 Meet the 2025 International Young Eco-Hero Award Winners 🏆 https://actionfornature.org/eco-hero-awards/2025-winners/
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ANNOUNCING the 1st Eco-Hero Connects Webinar!
🌎 Sustainable Food Systems: From Local Gardens to Global Impact 🌱
🗓️ Saturday, December 6, 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST (Eastern Time)
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🌎 Sustainable Food Systems: From Local Gardens to Global Impact 🌱
🗓️ Saturday, December 6, 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST (Eastern Time)
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#ActionForNature #SustainableFoodSystems #YouthClimateAction #Environment
ANNOUNCING the 1st Eco-Hero Connects Webinar!
🌎 Sustainable Food Systems: From Local Gardens to Global Impact 🌱
🗓️ Saturday, December 6, 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST (Eastern Time)
➡️REGISTER: events.zoom.us/ev/Ajc3KmBNW...
#ActionForNature #SustainableFoodSystems #YouthClimateAction #Environment
🌎 Sustainable Food Systems: From Local Gardens to Global Impact 🌱
🗓️ Saturday, December 6, 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST (Eastern Time)
➡️REGISTER: events.zoom.us/ev/Ajc3KmBNW...
#ActionForNature #SustainableFoodSystems #YouthClimateAction #Environment
November 25, 2025 at 4:23 AM
ANNOUNCING the 1st Eco-Hero Connects Webinar!
🌎 Sustainable Food Systems: From Local Gardens to Global Impact 🌱
🗓️ Saturday, December 6, 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST (Eastern Time)
➡️REGISTER: events.zoom.us/ev/Ajc3KmBNW...
#ActionForNature #SustainableFoodSystems #YouthClimateAction #Environment
🌎 Sustainable Food Systems: From Local Gardens to Global Impact 🌱
🗓️ Saturday, December 6, 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST (Eastern Time)
➡️REGISTER: events.zoom.us/ev/Ajc3KmBNW...
#ActionForNature #SustainableFoodSystems #YouthClimateAction #Environment
We celebrate Sam Nadol, who founded Reboot PC to fight #Ewaste! He's rescued over 500 "broken" computers from landfills, repaired them & donated them to people in need (including students and refugees).
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#ActionForNature #RepairReuse #YouthActivism #Sustainability
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#ActionForNature #RepairReuse #YouthActivism #Sustainability
This teen has fixed and donated over 500 computers for people in need
By the time he was 12, Sam Nadol had already repaired eight broken computers.
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November 18, 2025 at 9:51 PM
We celebrate Sam Nadol, who founded Reboot PC to fight #Ewaste! He's rescued over 500 "broken" computers from landfills, repaired them & donated them to people in need (including students and refugees).
www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/bro...
#ActionForNature #RepairReuse #YouthActivism #Sustainability
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#ActionForNature #RepairReuse #YouthActivism #Sustainability
Over 700 young environmental activists representing schools & NGOs in #Kenya came together to sign a powerful pledge committing to reduce their #CarbonFootprint & champion #RenewableEnergy! 🇰🇪🌍
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#YouthActivism #ClimateJustice #GlobalYouth #ActionForNature
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#YouthActivism #ClimateJustice #GlobalYouth #ActionForNature
More than 700 young people gather to pledge action on worsening crisis: 'We will take measurable steps'
More than 700 Kenyan youth environmental activists made a powerful commitment to combat climate change.
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November 17, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Over 700 young environmental activists representing schools & NGOs in #Kenya came together to sign a powerful pledge committing to reduce their #CarbonFootprint & champion #RenewableEnergy! 🇰🇪🌍
www.thecooldown.com/green-busine...
#YouthActivism #ClimateJustice #GlobalYouth #ActionForNature
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#YouthActivism #ClimateJustice #GlobalYouth #ActionForNature
We are thrilled to celebrate the ongoing impact of our 2023 International Young Eco-Hero Award winner, Manya Harsha! 🌏
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#EcoHero #ClimateWarrior #YouthActivism #IndiaForNature #SustainableDiwali #ActionForNature #GoBeyond #tuesdaymotivation #India #EcoHeroes
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#EcoHero #ClimateWarrior #YouthActivism #IndiaForNature #SustainableDiwali #ActionForNature #GoBeyond #tuesdaymotivation #India #EcoHeroes
Young EcoHero and Climate Warrior Manya Harsha: Children's Day 2025 Exclusive Tribute For Her Green Diwali Initiative - INSCMagazine
As Children’s Day 2025 approaches, it is truly inspiring to …
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November 11, 2025 at 10:19 PM
We are thrilled to celebrate the ongoing impact of our 2023 International Young Eco-Hero Award winner, Manya Harsha! 🌏
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#EcoHero #ClimateWarrior #YouthActivism #IndiaForNature #SustainableDiwali #ActionForNature #GoBeyond #tuesdaymotivation #India #EcoHeroes
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#EcoHero #ClimateWarrior #YouthActivism #IndiaForNature #SustainableDiwali #ActionForNature #GoBeyond #tuesdaymotivation #India #EcoHeroes
Trash to Treasure: Theo Lifts a Lion’s Weight in Litter! 🦁🗑️
Driven by his passion for wildlife, 10-year-old Theo has already collected over 130kg (287lb) of rubbish — the equivalent weight of a female lion!
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#YouthAction #ProtectWildlife #Environmentalist
Driven by his passion for wildlife, 10-year-old Theo has already collected over 130kg (287lb) of rubbish — the equivalent weight of a female lion!
www.bbc.com/news/article...
#YouthAction #ProtectWildlife #Environmentalist
Somerset boy, 9, launches 100-day litter-pick challenge
Theo is trying to clean up his local area and raise money for Surfers Against Sewage.
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November 7, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Trash to Treasure: Theo Lifts a Lion’s Weight in Litter! 🦁🗑️
Driven by his passion for wildlife, 10-year-old Theo has already collected over 130kg (287lb) of rubbish — the equivalent weight of a female lion!
www.bbc.com/news/article...
#YouthAction #ProtectWildlife #Environmentalist
Driven by his passion for wildlife, 10-year-old Theo has already collected over 130kg (287lb) of rubbish — the equivalent weight of a female lion!
www.bbc.com/news/article...
#YouthAction #ProtectWildlife #Environmentalist
Want to Know the Temperature? Just Count the #Cricket Chirps! A chorus of #crickets isn’t just soothing, the sound can actually serve as a natural #thermometer, no #weather app or fancy gadget necessary!
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#nature #naturenews #animalfacts #insects #wildlifewednesday
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#nature #naturenews #animalfacts #insects #wildlifewednesday
November 5, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Want to Know the Temperature? Just Count the #Cricket Chirps! A chorus of #crickets isn’t just soothing, the sound can actually serve as a natural #thermometer, no #weather app or fancy gadget necessary!
www.weather.gov/epz/wxcalc_c...
#nature #naturenews #animalfacts #insects #wildlifewednesday
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#nature #naturenews #animalfacts #insects #wildlifewednesday
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October 18, 2025 at 8:37 AM
“Find an issue that you're passionate about and create an attainable goal for yourself to address it. As you achieve the goal, keep expanding your efforts!”
— 2023 Eco-Hero, Anushka Godambe, Climate Planner & Sustainable Investment Analyst
#ClimateAction #Sustainability #ActionForNature
— 2023 Eco-Hero, Anushka Godambe, Climate Planner & Sustainable Investment Analyst
#ClimateAction #Sustainability #ActionForNature
October 25, 2025 at 7:04 PM
“Find an issue that you're passionate about and create an attainable goal for yourself to address it. As you achieve the goal, keep expanding your efforts!”
— 2023 Eco-Hero, Anushka Godambe, Climate Planner & Sustainable Investment Analyst
#ClimateAction #Sustainability #ActionForNature
— 2023 Eco-Hero, Anushka Godambe, Climate Planner & Sustainable Investment Analyst
#ClimateAction #Sustainability #ActionForNature
We're proud to celebrate #EcoHero Bibhuti Bhattarai being awarded her certificate for the 2025 International Young #EcoHeroAwards presented by Dr. Katina Grigoraskos, Deputy Head of Wells International School.
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#MondayMotivation #GirlsLead #OrganicCompost #Nepal
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#MondayMotivation #GirlsLead #OrganicCompost #Nepal
October 13, 2025 at 6:50 PM
We're proud to celebrate #EcoHero Bibhuti Bhattarai being awarded her certificate for the 2025 International Young #EcoHeroAwards presented by Dr. Katina Grigoraskos, Deputy Head of Wells International School.
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#MondayMotivation #GirlsLead #OrganicCompost #Nepal
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#MondayMotivation #GirlsLead #OrganicCompost #Nepal
"Every single day, we hold the power to make the world a better place. It will take hope, inspiration, and action to save the Earth."
A True Eco-Hero! Rest in Peace, Dr. Jane Goodall 💚🕊
A True Eco-Hero! Rest in Peace, Dr. Jane Goodall 💚🕊
October 1, 2025 at 7:22 PM
"Every single day, we hold the power to make the world a better place. It will take hope, inspiration, and action to save the Earth."
A True Eco-Hero! Rest in Peace, Dr. Jane Goodall 💚🕊
A True Eco-Hero! Rest in Peace, Dr. Jane Goodall 💚🕊
Help Us Continue the #EcoHero Awards, Your Support Changes Lives!
We urgently need your help to ensure the next generation of #EcoHeroes receives this life-changing support. Every contribution fuels the future of environmental action.
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We urgently need your help to ensure the next generation of #EcoHeroes receives this life-changing support. Every contribution fuels the future of environmental action.
Donate now: actionfornature.org/donate
#ActionForNature #Donate
Donate to International Young Eco-Hero Award Winners | Action For Nature
Since 2003, Action for Nature has empowered 350+ young environmental leaders from 30+ countries and U.S. states through the International Young Eco-Hero Awards. This global program celebrates youth ag...
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September 30, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Help Us Continue the #EcoHero Awards, Your Support Changes Lives!
We urgently need your help to ensure the next generation of #EcoHeroes receives this life-changing support. Every contribution fuels the future of environmental action.
Donate now: actionfornature.org/donate
#ActionForNature #Donate
We urgently need your help to ensure the next generation of #EcoHeroes receives this life-changing support. Every contribution fuels the future of environmental action.
Donate now: actionfornature.org/donate
#ActionForNature #Donate
We are thrilled to celebrate our incredible African Eco-Heroes! 🌍
Read article: africasolutionsmediahub.org/2025/08/29/y...
#EcoHeroAwards #YouthActivism #AfricaSolutions #Conservation #ActionForNature #ClimateAction #YoungLeaders #Africa #Environmentalism #Africa
Read article: africasolutionsmediahub.org/2025/08/29/y...
#EcoHeroAwards #YouthActivism #AfricaSolutions #Conservation #ActionForNature #ClimateAction #YoungLeaders #Africa #Environmentalism #Africa
September 28, 2025 at 10:11 PM
We are thrilled to celebrate our incredible African Eco-Heroes! 🌍
Read article: africasolutionsmediahub.org/2025/08/29/y...
#EcoHeroAwards #YouthActivism #AfricaSolutions #Conservation #ActionForNature #ClimateAction #YoungLeaders #Africa #Environmentalism #Africa
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#EcoHeroAwards #YouthActivism #AfricaSolutions #Conservation #ActionForNature #ClimateAction #YoungLeaders #Africa #Environmentalism #Africa
Get Ready for #NationalPublicLandsDay TOMORROW! 🌲⛰️
— Join a cleanup or restoration event near you.
— Enjoy a fee-free day at a National Park!
— Go outside, connect with nature, and honor the land that provides for us.
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#NPLD #ActionForNature #PublicLands #NationalParks
— Join a cleanup or restoration event near you.
— Enjoy a fee-free day at a National Park!
— Go outside, connect with nature, and honor the land that provides for us.
www.nps.gov/subjects/nps...
#NPLD #ActionForNature #PublicLands #NationalParks
September 26, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Get Ready for #NationalPublicLandsDay TOMORROW! 🌲⛰️
— Join a cleanup or restoration event near you.
— Enjoy a fee-free day at a National Park!
— Go outside, connect with nature, and honor the land that provides for us.
www.nps.gov/subjects/nps...
#NPLD #ActionForNature #PublicLands #NationalParks
— Join a cleanup or restoration event near you.
— Enjoy a fee-free day at a National Park!
— Go outside, connect with nature, and honor the land that provides for us.
www.nps.gov/subjects/nps...
#NPLD #ActionForNature #PublicLands #NationalParks
“My design is like a tree, but instead of having leaves it has solar panels at the ends (of the branches).”
– Aidan Dwyer, a 13yo student from NY who has discovered that copying nature’s design could lead to significant improvements in solar panel winter efficiency!
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– Aidan Dwyer, a 13yo student from NY who has discovered that copying nature’s design could lead to significant improvements in solar panel winter efficiency!
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September 24, 2025 at 7:13 PM
“My design is like a tree, but instead of having leaves it has solar panels at the ends (of the branches).”
– Aidan Dwyer, a 13yo student from NY who has discovered that copying nature’s design could lead to significant improvements in solar panel winter efficiency!
happyeconews.com/solar-panel-...
– Aidan Dwyer, a 13yo student from NY who has discovered that copying nature’s design could lead to significant improvements in solar panel winter efficiency!
happyeconews.com/solar-panel-...
Join us for a special screening of the inspiring new documentary, Green Superheroes 2030! This film highlights the incredible work of young environmentalists, including several of our very own International Young Eco-Hero Award winners.
#EcoHeroes #EnvironmentalFilm #YouthAction #ClimateAction
#EcoHeroes #EnvironmentalFilm #YouthAction #ClimateAction
September 23, 2025 at 7:34 AM
Join us for a special screening of the inspiring new documentary, Green Superheroes 2030! This film highlights the incredible work of young environmentalists, including several of our very own International Young Eco-Hero Award winners.
#EcoHeroes #EnvironmentalFilm #YouthAction #ClimateAction
#EcoHeroes #EnvironmentalFilm #YouthAction #ClimateAction
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The BBNJ agreement comes into force!
A victory for our oceans, planet and environmental multilateralism.
Now the work begins. Quick, effective implementation is key.
Our ocean is the foundation of our very existence. Today we took an important step to save not only our ocean, but also our future.
A victory for our oceans, planet and environmental multilateralism.
Now the work begins. Quick, effective implementation is key.
Our ocean is the foundation of our very existence. Today we took an important step to save not only our ocean, but also our future.
September 20, 2025 at 5:06 AM
The BBNJ agreement comes into force!
A victory for our oceans, planet and environmental multilateralism.
Now the work begins. Quick, effective implementation is key.
Our ocean is the foundation of our very existence. Today we took an important step to save not only our ocean, but also our future.
A victory for our oceans, planet and environmental multilateralism.
Now the work begins. Quick, effective implementation is key.
Our ocean is the foundation of our very existence. Today we took an important step to save not only our ocean, but also our future.
Meet Harsita Priyadarshini Mohanty, one of our 2025 International Young #EcoHero Award Winners and a true champion of sustainable food! 🌾
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#YouthActivism #SustainableFood #ActionForNature #FoodSecurity #ClimateAction #India #InspiringStories #Sustainability
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#YouthActivism #SustainableFood #ActionForNature #FoodSecurity #ClimateAction #India #InspiringStories #Sustainability
Teen recognized for ingenious solution to urgent food crisis: 'The future of our planet is in good hands'
A 13-year-old girl from India is helping ensure food security for her community through her seed bank.
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September 22, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Meet Harsita Priyadarshini Mohanty, one of our 2025 International Young #EcoHero Award Winners and a true champion of sustainable food! 🌾
www.thecooldown.com/sustainable-...
#YouthActivism #SustainableFood #ActionForNature #FoodSecurity #ClimateAction #India #InspiringStories #Sustainability
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#YouthActivism #SustainableFood #ActionForNature #FoodSecurity #ClimateAction #India #InspiringStories #Sustainability
Congratulations to 2025 #EcoHero Benjamin Oroszlan, who
has educated over 1,000 students in Los Angeles County through his #P-22 Youth Wildlife Awareness Initiative. His work shows us all that you're never too young to inspire a new generation of environmentalists! www.theacorn.com/articles/tee...
has educated over 1,000 students in Los Angeles County through his #P-22 Youth Wildlife Awareness Initiative. His work shows us all that you're never too young to inspire a new generation of environmentalists! www.theacorn.com/articles/tee...
September 19, 2025 at 8:07 AM
Congratulations to 2025 #EcoHero Benjamin Oroszlan, who
has educated over 1,000 students in Los Angeles County through his #P-22 Youth Wildlife Awareness Initiative. His work shows us all that you're never too young to inspire a new generation of environmentalists! www.theacorn.com/articles/tee...
has educated over 1,000 students in Los Angeles County through his #P-22 Youth Wildlife Awareness Initiative. His work shows us all that you're never too young to inspire a new generation of environmentalists! www.theacorn.com/articles/tee...
We are so proud of our 2025 #EcoHero #Winners who joined us from around the world for our annual conference. From Spain to Texas, these young leaders presented their incredible projects and shared their vision for a healthier planet! ✨ youtu.be/ePDN0Olrksw
#Conservation #Sustainability #Inspiration
#Conservation #Sustainability #Inspiration
2025 International Young Eco-Hero Awards Conference
YouTube video by Action For Nature
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September 14, 2025 at 4:39 AM
We are so proud of our 2025 #EcoHero #Winners who joined us from around the world for our annual conference. From Spain to Texas, these young leaders presented their incredible projects and shared their vision for a healthier planet! ✨ youtu.be/ePDN0Olrksw
#Conservation #Sustainability #Inspiration
#Conservation #Sustainability #Inspiration
The 2025 International Young #EcoHero Conference is just ONE WEEK away! Register for this free virtual event today:
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September 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The 2025 International Young #EcoHero Conference is just ONE WEEK away! Register for this free virtual event today:
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“I want to spread awareness about nature protection through art & show that beauty can be created even from waste.” Meet Sara Šimunac Vukušić, a 14yo #EcoArtist from Silba #Croatia 🇭🇷 Her message is simple but powerful—change begins with small steps & art can be a powerful tool for that change! 🎨
September 2, 2025 at 8:29 AM
“I want to spread awareness about nature protection through art & show that beauty can be created even from waste.” Meet Sara Šimunac Vukušić, a 14yo #EcoArtist from Silba #Croatia 🇭🇷 Her message is simple but powerful—change begins with small steps & art can be a powerful tool for that change! 🎨
Congratulations to 2025 Eco-Hero Elvia Gómez Troya! 🇪🇸💚 Read more about her incredible work:
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August 31, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Congratulations to 2025 Eco-Hero Elvia Gómez Troya! 🇪🇸💚 Read more about her incredible work:
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#ecoheroawards #conocerparaproteger #actionfornature #ecohero #premio #nature #mothernature #bioinfluencer #pachamama #madretierra #followyourdream #ecoheroes #inspiration
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Plant For The Planet is looking for dedicated young changemakers to join the Global Ambassador Council (GAC) 2025–2027. The GAC is their international youth council, representing thousands of Climate Justice Ambassadors worldwide. Apply by August 31: www.plant-for-the-planet.org/global-ambas...
GAC Form | Plant-for-the-Planet
Plant-for-the-Planet is a global movement restoring forests and empowering youth to fight for climate justice and a livable future.
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August 29, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Plant For The Planet is looking for dedicated young changemakers to join the Global Ambassador Council (GAC) 2025–2027. The GAC is their international youth council, representing thousands of Climate Justice Ambassadors worldwide. Apply by August 31: www.plant-for-the-planet.org/global-ambas...
Another wonderful #story highlighting the important work of #EcoHero Eesha Ande, combating #PeriodPoverty & #PlasticWaste by providing sustainable menstrual hygiene products & education! 💚✊♻
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#YouthActivism #EnvironmentalJustice #Changemakers #GoodNews #Sustainability
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#YouthActivism #EnvironmentalJustice #Changemakers #GoodNews #Sustainability
Another Shero! In the fight to end Period Poverty
Found another young Women, helping other Women, this time in Texas. “Sixteen-year-old Eesha Ande of San Antonio has won 3rd Prize in the 2025 International Young Eco-Hero Awards for a project that tac...
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August 26, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Another wonderful #story highlighting the important work of #EcoHero Eesha Ande, combating #PeriodPoverty & #PlasticWaste by providing sustainable menstrual hygiene products & education! 💚✊♻
www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
#YouthActivism #EnvironmentalJustice #Changemakers #GoodNews #Sustainability
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#YouthActivism #EnvironmentalJustice #Changemakers #GoodNews #Sustainability