Grace Aleksiewicz

I will dive deeper into waste challenges in Ghana and how this relates to our waste here at University of Richmond.

I will take the waste quiz to ensure I know what is compostable, recyclable, and what goes to the landfill.

Watch the short video on how to properly sort your waste.

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 30 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators.

I will virtually visit popular wildlife areas and parks in Ghana.

I will learn about how conservation practices are enacted in Ghana, and I will read about the organizations protecting this land.

I will learn more about the Farm Bill and how it impacts public health and public lands.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about the footprint of my food choices.

I will learn more about the importance of locally sourced food.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about the benefits of bus rapid transit.

I will spend 30 minutes today learning about the history of our local communities in the Greater Richmond area.

I will expand and broaden my community by attending one event or social gathering in the Richmond area.

I will read about the Stop Galamsey Movement in Ghana and how individuals engage in environmental activism.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about the health benefits that nature provides and ways to increase wellbeing through the outdoors.

I will learn more about beautiful natural landscapes in Ghana.

I will learn about the Rights of Nature Movement in Ghana.