Laura Mitchell, a final-year Economics student at University College Dublin, is taking part in an upcoming volunteer project in Uganda.
This June, she will be traveling to Masaka, Uganda, for four weeks to volunteer with EcoBrixs as part of the UCD Volunteering Overseas (UCDVO) program. EcoBrixs, a non-profit organisation established in 2017, is dedicated to addressing plastic waste by transforming it into sustainable building materials. In addition to tackling pollution, the organisation provides employment opportunities to over 3,000 local collectors, with 50% of its workforce comprising women and individuals with disabilities.
During her time in Uganda, Laura will be working directly at the EcoBrixs upcycling center, contributing to the production of sustainable building materials such as their innovative plastic-sand composite pavers, which are stronger, lighter, and more durable than concrete. She will also be engaging with some of EcoBrixs’ 56 partner schools, educating students on local circular economies and recycling while promoting the \"Plastic for Education\" initiative.
Volunteering abroad has been a long-held aspiration for Laura, inspired by stories from her grandmother at a young age. The opportunity to participate in this project is particularly meaningful to her. To support EcoBrixs and its mission, she has launched a GoFundMe campaign with a fundraising goal of €1,550, with all proceeds going directly to the organization. She is personally covering her own expenses, including flights and vaccinations.
Please support Laura using the following link - https://gofund.me/cb434f66
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