Proposal

Never before has it been clearer that the diversity of life is essential to our own survival. Yet this diversity is collapsing, and the climate is changing. In just one human lifetime, we have warmed the Earth by more than 1 degree Celsius. Perhaps the most devastating message for humanity at this time is this: in just 50 years, we have pushed ourselves out of the state in which we had resided for the previous 10,000 years.

Our project aims to contribute to the development of society and communities through volunteer activities, socio-cultural programs, and education in Vietnam. In particular, the project has a mission to disseminate actions and messages on environmental protection, including: waste reduction, recycling encouragement, use of organic products, and raising awareness of environmental hygiene.

Challenges: Never before has it been clearer that the diversity of life on Earth, from towering rainforests to the tiniest insects, is the very foundation of our own survival. This intricate web of interconnected species provides us with clean air and water, regulates our climate, pollinates our crops, and maintains healthy ecosystems. Yet, this vital tapestry is unraveling at an alarming rate.

Habitat destruction, driven by deforestation, land-use change, and unsustainable agricultural practices, is pushing countless species towards extinction. Pollution from industrial processes and waste mismanagement further suffocates our environment. The consequence? A silent, global biodiversity collapse with devastating ramifications for all living things, including ourselves.

Climate change, fueled by the burning of fossil fuels, acts as a relentless accelerant to this crisis. In just a single human lifetime, we have witnessed a rise in global average temperature exceeding 1 degree Celsius. This seemingly small change disrupts weather patterns, melts glaciers, and raises sea levels, jeopardizing food security, displacing entire communities, and disrupting the delicate balance of ecosystems.

Perhaps the most sobering fact is this: within a mere 50 years, human activity has pushed us out of a stable climatic state that sustained us for the previous 10,000 years. We are now venturing into uncharted territory, with potentially catastrophic consequences.

The urgency for action cannot be overstated. Biodiversity loss and climate change are not distant threats; they are unfolding before our eyes, impacting every corner of the globe. From extreme weather events to disruptions in food and water supplies, the consequences are already being felt by communities worldwide. Indigenous peoples, who have long lived in harmony with nature, are particularly vulnerable as their traditional ways of life are threatened by environmental degradation.

Solution idea: We aim to contribute to a more sustainable future through a multifaceted approach in Vietnam. By promoting volunteer activities, socio-cultural programs, and environmental education, we hope to empower communities to take action. 

Our mission focuses on disseminating practical solutions, such as waste reduction, recycling initiatives, encouraging the use of organic products, and raising awareness of environmental hygiene. These seemingly small steps, when implemented on a large scale, can create a significant ripple effect in promoting responsible stewardship of our planet.

The time for complacency is over. We must act collectively, with a sense of urgency and purpose, to safeguard the intricate web of life that sustains us all. By fostering a culture of environmental responsibility and adopting sustainable practices, we can ensure a future where humanity thrives alongside a flourishing natural world.

UN Goals: 

Goal 13: Climate action: Our project tackles this challenge by promoting sustainable practices, empowering communities, and fostering environmental responsibility