Pasir Panjang beach clean-up promotes urgent environmental awareness, community sustainability
KUCHING (July 5): Rain did not dampen the spirit of some 20 volunteers who took part in the recent beach clean-up at Pasir Panjang near Santubong here.
Organised by the international non-governmental organisation (NGO) Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) Malaysia, in collaboration with the International Peace Youth Group (IPYG), the programme was run in conjunction with the World Environment Day and World Oceans Day last month.
'These globally recognised events aim to bring attention to urgent environmental issues, namely ecosystem restoration and the protection of marine life, and also encourage local communities to take part in sustainable actions.
'The reason for this event is part of HWPL and IPYG's efforts to raise awareness of world nature and in this respect, it is also meant to open opportunities for people to take local action that aligns with the global sustainable goals.
The beach clean-up continues on after the rain.
'The event at Pasir Panjang brought together a group of young volunteers who were committed to making a tangible difference for the environment.
'Although it was raining, they showed up and carried out the beach clean-up.
'Equipped with gloves and garbage bags, they collected plastic bottles, food wrappers, and other non-biodegradable waste that were strewn along the beach,' said HWPL Malaysia.
Ning Bong, president of HWPL Malaysia, remarked: 'Some people may wonder what cleaning a beach has to do with peace.
'Actually, a clean place makes people feel calm, safe and happy.
'When we come together to take care of the environment, we're also building good habits of caring for our community.
'That's part of peace too.'
Those interested in participating in future clean-up drives or collaborative projects can reach out via [email protected]. beach clean-up HWPL Malaysia Pasir Panjang santubong
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