Problem Statement

Young people under 18 years of age from vulnerable sectors in Greater Buenos Aires need to understand the real costs and consequences from managing waste in such a way that they can maximize the opportunities arising from sustainable waste management and, in turn, contribute to generating a positive environmental impact in their communities.

Target Group

Young people under 18 years of age from vulnerable sectors in Greater Buenos Aires participating in or benefiting from a local organization (NGO).

Proposed Solution

The Buenos Aires Hub is launching the Recreo Verde project which consists of practical workshops linked to the problems identified in the community, young people will understand the benefits of proper waste management and can strengthen the links between the community and the space in which they live.

Hub Activities

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  Defining Agenda: organizing time schedule for the workshops; defining topics for each day & materials needed; defining partners that need to be contacted; defining which role each shaper will have
  


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  Preliminary Survey: Identify # people that will participate in the workshops and average age; plan visit to the NGO "Lazos de Libertad" site; identify additional needs related to space/resources in the site; define with "Lazos de Libertad" Coordinator how kids will be invited to the workshops
  


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  Communication Plan: build logo & brand, define schedule for posts in IG/Tw, define who'll be in charge of generating content (video/photos) for each workshop, ask for approval for posting content related to participants (<18)
  


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  Resources: gather materials needed for each workshop; food & beverage; coordinate shaper's participation; partnerships (merch; snacks; ,materials)
  

Short-term Goals

• # participants registered for the workshops


• # participants that finish the entire program


• # of partnerships signed

Long-term Goals

• Lasting relationships in the community


• Improved waste management in the community


• Start-ups / jobs related to circular economy in which participants work

Metric goals:

• We aim to reach 20 participants in the workshops by July 2024.


• We aim to develop at least 2 strategic partnerships before the end of the year.