Youngistaan Foundation hosts “Plastic or Planet? For Plastic Free July” event to raise awareness on plastic pollution
Banjara Hills: A city-based NGO, Youngistaan Foundation, dedicated to tackling social issues hosted a successful event titled “Plastic or Planet? For Plastic Free July” at Lamakaan,Hyderabad’s Open cultural center, on Sunday.
The event aimed at creating awareness about the pressing issue of plastic pollution saw a crowd of over 50 passionate individuals from diverse backgrounds. The event kicked off with engaging discussions on reusable alternatives to single-use plastics, emphasizing the importance of sustainable living. Attendees were also treated to a screening of the impactful documentary “Plastic Wave,” which sparked meaningful conversations about the detrimental effects of plastic waste on our environment.
According to the official press release, In addition to the documentary, the event featured inspiring speeches and personal stories from participants, all highlighting the urgent need for collective action against plastic pollution. Discussions also focused on strategies to eradicate plastic and collaborate with the government to fight plastic pollution and save lives. The event culminated in a powerful closing address by Youngistaan Foundation’s founder, Arun, who reiterated the organization’s commitment to fostering a plastic-free future.
“The event was an absolute success, leaving attendees motivated and equipped with practical solutions to reduce plastic use in their daily lives. Youngistaan Foundation continues to lead the charge in promoting environmental sustainability and community service” said Arun Daniel Yellamaty, Founder of Youngistaan Foundation.
Youngistaan, which means the land of young people, believes in the potential of young people to create a better future makes India a land of opportunity. Further NGO works to improve the lives of the most underprivileged and disadvantaged people through programs that address: hunger, homelessness, poverty, education inequity, gender inequality, taboos on menstruation, emergency responses, animal rights, capacity building and many more issues.
Youngistaan Foundation has won multiple awards for on-ground impact and for the efforts to raise awareness on issues and encourage people across India to do their part to help people in need. Their aim is to intervene and empower the disadvantaged.
