Greetings, Seychelles Scout Family!
Today marks another salient day in our calendar that resonates with us not just as scouts, but as global citizens. It’s World Earth Day! This year, we have a theme that holds a particular relevance for our island home – “Planet vs. Plastics!”
Since the inception of the Seychelles Scout Association, we have dedicated ourselves to living the Scouts’ pledge to help other people and to respect and protect the environment continually. Honoring this pledge, the essence of our scout DNA, today, we delve deeper into the pressing issue of plastic pollution and how us, as scouts and responsible citizens, can steer our beautiful Seychelles towards a more sustainable future.
Earth Day Reflections on Daily Habits
On this Earth Day, we invite everyone, not just the scouting community but our wider Seychelles community, to reflect on our daily habits, especially concerning our consumption and disposal of plastics. Let’s ponder upon these:
– Are we making conscious decisions such as using reusable bags and bottles?
– Are we taking the crucial step of saying no to single-use plastics?
– How can we educate and influence others about the importance of a plastic-free environment?
Remember, every small action, a minuscule shift in our daily habits, reflects in a massive change for our planet.
Be the Change-makers: Leading by Example
Continuing our journey in Scouting in Seychelles, we pledge to be the change we wish to see. As scouts, we don’t just learn life skills; we catalyze change in our communities by leading by example. This Earth Day, let’s continue our commitment of encouraging greener habits, inspiring not just our fellow scouts but our entire community.
Share Your Efforts: Inspiring Others
Capturing your efforts, small or significant, will inspire others around you. Share pictures of your actions towards sustainability using the hashtags #SeychellesScouts and #PlanetVsPlastics. It could be a picture from a local cleanup, your reusable water bottle, or even an educational session about sustainability that you had with your friends.
At the end of the day, it’s not just about the difference you make, but the difference you inspire others to make.
Share Your Earth Day Pledge
We would love to hear from you about your Earth Day pledge. What’s one plastic item you’re committing to give up? Let’s fuel each other’s commitment and inspire each other to make greener choices!
Protect and Cherish Our Planet
“Together, let’s protect and cherish our planet, not just today, but every day”. This sentiment echoes in the values of both the Seychelles Scout Association and the broader youth activities in the Seychelles. Let’s continue to contribute towards a cleaner, greener Seychelles. Together, regardless of our ages or backgrounds, we can and we will make a difference.
As we honor Earth Day, let’s not only celebrate the beauty around us but also renew our commitment to protect and preserve it. Happy Earth Day, everyone! Keep up the great work, keep scouting, keep impacting, and, most importantly, keep shining.
“The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.” – Robert Swan.
Don’t wait for someone else when you can make a change today.
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