Youth in Action: Fighting Marine Pollution

EarthEcho International highlights young people making a difference, focusing on 12-year-old Shalise Leesfield from Australia. Shalise, passionate about the ocean, noticed fishing line pollution on beaches. She installed collection bins with local council approval, reducing ocean pollution. Shalise also repurposes fishing line into bracelets to raise awareness and funds. Her story exemplifies youth empowerment and environmental action.

What motivated Shalise Leesfield to start her initiative to collect discarded fishing line?

Describe the process Shalise went through to install fishing line collection bins.

What impact did the fishing line collection bins have on the local community?

How does Shalise reuse the fishing line she collects?

What message does Shalise convey about the importance of youth involvement in environmental issues?