Nidhi Noronha

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Nidhi Noronha

Nidhi Noronha | Karnataka, India

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A United Cause: Turtle Conservation and Beach Cleanup

Traditionally, turtle eggs are often consumed as a local delicacy in many areas of India. As a way to increase public awareness about this issue, Nidhi Noronha came up with A United Cause, a program that educates the community about the role turtles play in the ecosystem and ensures turtle safety during breeding season by organizing regular beach cleanups and monitoring seasonal activities. Nidhi's solution would achieve these goals by arranging regular programs, such as games and informative talks, in Karnataka to engage and educate locals on the benefits of turtle conservation and the ways in which marine debris negatively affects wildlife and the environment. Schools will be involved in beach cleanups, and youth will be able to use the waste found on the beaches to make simple, everyday objects, from plant holders to decorative items, which can later be used at home or sold during events. 

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