International Coastal Clean-Up at Calayab Beach: A Community Effort

📅 Project Name: International Coastal Clean-Up at Calayab Beach
📍 Location: Barangay Calayab, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte
🗓 Completion Date: September 21, 2024

💧 Project Overview:

On September 21, the Rotary Club of Ilocos Norte Central proudly joined the worldwide celebration of International Coastal Clean-Up at Calayab Beach, Laoag City. In collaboration with the residents of Brgy. Calayab, we worked together to clean the coastline, removing waste and restoring its natural beauty. This initiative aimed to promote environmental conservation and raise awareness about the importance of keeping our oceans clean.

🌍 What We Achieved:

• Engaged the community in a hands-on coastal clean-up effort.
• Removed trash and debris from Calayab Beach, contributing to a cleaner, healthier shoreline.
• Highlighted the importance of environmental stewardship, particularly in protecting marine life and the balance of local ecosystems.

This activity aligns with Rotary’s 7 Areas of Focus—Supporting the Environment, as it underscores our commitment to preserving natural resources and maintaining the ecological health of our communities.

💬 Impact on the Community:

By participating in this coastal clean-up, we not only enhanced the natural beauty of Calayab Beach but also helped safeguard marine life from the harmful effects of pollution. The collaboration between the Rotary Club and the residents of Brgy. Calayab has fostered a sense of shared responsibility for the well-being of our environment, ensuring a cleaner and healthier coastline for future generations.

🙏 A Heartfelt Thank You:

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the residents of Brgy. Calayab for their active participation and support. Together, we’ve made a lasting impact on our community and the environment, showing that when we work together, we can achieve great things.