Hipólito Mejía praises “Plastics for School Supplies” initiative
The former President of the Republic, Hipólito Mejía, highlighted the positive impact of the “Plastics for School Supplies” campaign, emphasizing its ability to integrate environmental care with direct social impact work for Dominican families.
This initiative, which promotes the collection of plastic materials in exchange for educational supplies, has been valued by the former president as an effective mechanism to mitigate family expenses at the beginning of the school year, while fostering a culture of recycling among the citizenry.
A commitment to the environment and education
During his speech, Mejía emphasized that this program not only facilitates access to school supplies for students in vulnerable sectors, but also contributes significantly to the cleaning of public spaces and the reduction of plastic waste. According to the former head of state, this joint effort generates tangible benefits for current society and future generations.
It is extremely positive to promote programs that link education, solidarity, and environmental protection, as they generate well-being for both communities and the development of our children and adolescents.
Hipólito Mejía
Social impact of the workday
The project seeks to actively involve the population in responsible practices, transforming waste into learning tools. Among the key points of this initiative, Alofoke Deportes highlights:
- Fostering a collective ecological awareness.
- Economic relief for low-income households during the school season.
- Promotion of solidarity values through community participation.
- Effective cleaning of the urban environment through incentivized recycling.
With these types of actions, the goal is for sustainability and support for education to continue being fundamental pillars for the growth of families, demonstrating that citizen collaboration is key to national progress.
