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Africa-Press – Liberia. <\/strong><\/span>The Champion for Nature Conservation Liberia (CNCL), in collaboration with iCampus and support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has officially launched an onboarding and training session for community stakeholders and volunteers in Paynesville City, outside Monrovia.<\/p>\n

The project, titled: \u201cFrom Trash to Treasure: Reducing Plastic Waste Pollution by Adding Value to Plastic,\u201d was formally introduced on Wednesday, April 22 during a one-day onboarding and training workshop held at the Liberian Learning Center.<\/p>\n

The initiative is designed to revolutionize urban waste management by introducing community-based waste segregation and incentivized collection.<\/p>\n

According to CNCL Executive Director, Moses A. Massah, the project targets eight specific communities\u2014many of which are situated near critical wetlands that have historically served as \u201cfood baskets\u201d for the region.<\/p>\n

The eight benefiting communities include: Duport Road, ELWA, VOA (RIA Highway), GSA Road, A.B. Tolbert Road, Jacob Town, Fendell and Police Academy.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur wetlands and water bodies are suffering,\u201d Mr. Massah lamented during the opening.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor those who have lived in Monrovia for a long time, we remember when these swamps provided us with food\u2014crabs, crawfish and fish. Today, they are spoiled by plastic. Our hope is that by working with these 65 participants, we can begin to restore these vital ecosystems.\u201d<\/p>\n

To ensure the project\u2019s sustainability, CNCL has introduced a financial incentive model. Community members will be compensated $0.35 USD (approximately 65 LRD) for every kilogram of plastic gathered.<\/p>\n

Mr. Massah explained that the core logic is to move waste segregation into individual homes. By separating organic waste from plastics, residents can earn a livelihood from recyclables while potentially using organic remains as natural fertilizer for \u201ckitchen gardens.\u201d<\/p>\n

However, Mr. Massah issued a stern call for accountability: \u201cIt is a small project for now, but if we do it well, we will attract more donors. If we don\u2019t perform, we risk being placed on a \u2018blackbook\u2019 by international partners. We must do what we say we are going to do.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Paynesville City Corporation (PCC), represented by the Director of Commercial Solid Waste, Romeo T. Coker, welcomed the initiative with open arms.<\/p>\n

Mr. Coker revealed that plastic currently accounts for approximately 14% of the city\u2019s total waste. \u201cWhen you go to the market with $10, you come back with 10 to 15 plastic bags,\u201d Mr. Coker observed.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe have been overwhelmed in the past. This project\u2019s approach of community-by-community segregation is the right way to go.\u201d<\/p>\n

Representing the UNDP, Programme Analyst T. Michael Vawau described the launch as \u201ctimely and necessary,\u201d noting that plastic pollution remains a significant barrier to Liberia\u2019s sustainable development goals.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis project reflects UNDP\u2019s commitment to innovative, community-driven solutions,\u201d Mr. Vawau said. \u201cWe are turning plastic into an opportunity for inclusive growth, especially for women and young people.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), represented by Madison Dahn, also expressed strong support for the initiative, noting that the collaboration between CSOs, the government, and international partners is critical for long-term environmental impact.<\/p>\n

Speaking on behalf of the selected communities, Jacob Town Community chairperson, Samukai Kamara, lauded CNCL and partners for the initiative gear towards mitigating waste in Liberia.<\/p>\n

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