SustyVibes
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SustyVibes is a nonprofit organization consisting of youth groups that are focused on environmental and climate action. With the support of volunteers, it carries out campaigns and projects in Nigeria and Ghana.
Campaigns and projects performed by SustyVibes are centered on global and regional issues such as climate change, climate and mental health, plastic pollution, eco-feminism, youth development, and sustainability popular culture. SustyVibes [1] (abbreviation for Sustainability Vibes) operates out of Lagos, Nigeria.[1]
SustyVibes which was founded by Jennifer Uchendu has over 700 members and volunteers (referred to as 'SustyVibers').[2]
SustyVibes has been involved in tree planting, community clean-ups, and educational workshops on renewable energy and sustainable living.[3] SustyVibes conducts research and advocacy work to raise awareness about environmental issues in Nigeria and suggests solutions for addressing them.[4] The organization has partnered with other NGOs and government agencies on various initiatives.[5] In 2022, Uchendu was named one of the 'Top 20 Young Women in Sustainable Development' by Young Women in Sustainable Development.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Doing Your Bit: Sustainable vibes". DW.com. February 9, 2017. Retrieved February 19, 2023.
- ^ "SustyVibes Lagos: Young pipo dey do clean Lagos campaign". BBC.com (in Nigerian Pidgin). December 14, 2018. Retrieved February 19, 2023.
- ^ "Susty Vibes is cleaning Nigeria one party at a time". Stears.co. November 14, 2018. Retrieved February 19, 2023.
- ^ "SustyVibes to hold its first-ever photography exhibition". Ynaija.com. November 23, 2018. Retrieved February 19, 2023.
- ^ "SustyVibes, British High Commission to plant 5,000 trees under climate advocacy scheme". Environewsnigeria.com. February 2, 2021. Retrieved February 19, 2023.
- ^ "Top 20 Young Women in Sustainable Development". Young Women in Sustainable Development. 2022-07-14. Retrieved 2023-02-20.