Jos, Plateau State, came alive on February 1 as more than 250 women gathered across Angwan Rukuba, Gondola, and Tinna, with additional participants traveling in from Lamingo and Bukuru, for a groundbreaking climate action event convened by Greenpact Africa.
The initiative brought together a community cleanup exercise, a women-led plastic recycling competition, and a climate education and empowerment outreach — all in one impactful day.
Out of the 250+ women in attendance, 170 actively participated in the recycling competition, collectively recovering thousands of empty plastic bottles — totaling over 51,000 bottles.
Each of the 170 participants received market-rate equivalent cash payments for the bottles they collected, along with additional gifts. To ensure sustainability beyond the event, a permanent online collection platform was introduced, enabling continuous recycling and income opportunities.
This was more than just a competition — it was an economic empowerment drive. Every woman who brought bottles earned income, reinforcing recycling as a viable and dignified livelihood pathway. By directly linking environmental responsibility with financial reward, the initiative demonstrated that climate action can also drive economic inclusion.
Beyond plastic recovery, the event placed strong emphasis on climate awareness, environmental education, and sustainability training, positioning women as climate champions within their communities. It was a day defined by learning, earning, fun, and empowerment — and the Greenpact Africa team looks forward to welcoming even more women into the movement.
The momentum did not stop there. Greenpact Africa also partnered with Bomas Academy in Tudun Wada, Jos, where pupils and teachers actively participated in a school clean-up and plastic recovery drive. Thousands of additional bottles were recovered as students learned firsthand the importance of environmental stewardship.
By engaging young learners early, the initiative reinforced a powerful message: climate action is not just policy — it is practice.
This landmark event demonstrates that Plateau State’s women and youth are ready to lead environmental transformation, proving that with the right support, communities can turn plastic pollution into purpose, profit, and progress.
Greenpact Africa remains committed to expanding this impact across Plateau State and beyond. Greenpact also acknowledges and appreciates the support of Zuri Circle Women Organization, Beulah Fashion Jos, Onigbinde Stores Jos, ZL Global Alliance Ltd, A. Adebakin Management Consulting, and Cleantech Hub Abuja for their contributions toward making the initiative a success.
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