This year’s Global Recycling Day celebrations will be held at Queen Victoria School in Tailevu on 18th March.
The Pacific Recycling Foundation says this marks the first time in history that such a significant celebration will be staged within a school environment, symbolising a pivotal moment in Fiji's environmental consciousness.
PRF Founder and Waste Recyclers Fiji Limited CEO Amitesh Deo has acknowledged the management of QVS and the Ministry of Education for their unwavering support and belief in PRF's mission.
He stressed the historical significance of Global Recycling Day at QVS, highlighting the convergence of national leaders, ex scholars, current students, and stakeholders in solidarity for Fiji’s environment and waste management.
Deo says Queen Victoria School is revered for nurturing some of Fiji's most influential leaders across various sectors.
He says Global Recycling Day 2024 will serve as a platform for these leaders, alongside passionate advocates, and young minds, to advocate the cause of recycling and inspire sustainable practices for future generations.
The Founder says the cornerstone of the celebrations at QVS will be the launch of a recycling program designed to revolutionise the mindset and behaviour towards recycling at Matavatucou.
Deo says further details about this program will be unveiled during the event.
QVS Principal Timoci Vosailagi, expressed gratitude to PRF for bringing the celebrations to Queen Victoria School.
He says they are grateful to PRF for choosing QVS as the host for Global Recycling Day.
Vosailagi says this opportunity allows them to showcase their commitment to environmental sustainability and contribute to the recycling movement.
He also stressed the importance of instilling best practices in recycling and waste management among the school's young leaders.
PRF says with an anticipated gathering of over 1,000 stakeholders, recycling advocates, and industry leaders, this year's Global Recycling Day celebrations promise to be a momentous occasion.
They add Global Recycling Day celebration is an initiative of PRF in partnership with Tourism Fiji.
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