Report on IFSA Tree Clubs Stewardship on World Clean Up Day

World Clean-Up Day, a global initiative, witnessed the active involvement of the IFSA-TREE CLUB at the prestigious University of Ibadan on 16th of September, 2023. Our recent endeavor involved the meticulous organization of a clean-up event in the Ajibode/Abadina area. This initiative stands as a testament to the unwavering dedication of the club towards fostering a cleaner and healthier environment, a cause that resonates worldwide.

World Clean-Up Day, an annual global event marked every third Saturday in September, serves as a poignant reminder of the dire consequences of waste materials on our environment. This event underscores the critical need to raise awareness about the detrimental impact of waste on the planet we call home. With this year’s theme, “LET’S DO IT WORLD,” the focus was squarely on tackling the ever-growing menace of plastic waste while simultaneously exploring sustainable alternatives.

Beyond our remarkable participation in World Clean-Up Day, the IFSA-TREE CLUB exemplifies profound commitment to environmental preservation and community development. The club’s members, brimming with passion, are staunch advocates for sustainable forestry practices. We recognize the pivotal role these practices play in contributing to a more sustainable and ecologically conscious economy. The volunteers carried along different placards on which information that focused on the effects of plastic pollution were inscribed to sensitized the public about the effect of unclean environment on living organisms and how it can be curbed.

IFSA-TREE CLUB ensure tireless pursuit of sustainable forestry practices and unwavering dedication to environmental conservation. Our efforts serve as a beacon of hope, illuminating the path towards a greener and healthier future. In a world grappling with environmental challenges, it is paramount that we all play our part in creating a better world for ourselves and for generations yet to come. Engaging in initiatives like World Clean-Up Day empowers us to make a meaningful difference.

Fig 1.  The Tree Club President dumped the plastics in a closed cage for recycling.

Fig 2. Tree Club members picking up plastics and dirt.

Remember, the concept that “Waste is Wealth” encourages us to view discarded materials as potential resources, and together, we can turn that trash into treasure. Let us collectively embrace the call of “LET’S DO IT WORLD” and work towards a planet that thrives, not just survives.