Waste Management Survey Event by JAA

On April 25, Ambassador Kagomiya participated in a waste management survey event organized by the JICA Alumni Association (JAA).
 
The event was attended by many participants, including high school students from Pohnpei and members of the JAA. Participants were divided into five groups and conducted a clean-up activity along the 1.6 km (1 mi) road known as the “Dekehtik Causeway,” gaining a deeper understanding of the serious waste management challenges faced by Pohnpei State. In addition, a workshop was conducted by Mr. Norton Dimitry Santos of the Pohnpei State Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), where participants learned about proper waste segregation as well as the importance of the 3Rs: recycling, reusing, and reducing waste.
 
Ambassador Kagomiya expressed his sincere appreciation to the JAA for organizing the event. He also addressed the participating high school students, encouraging them to further deepen their understanding of waste management and expressing his expectation that they will continue to contribute to the protection of Micronesia’s beautiful and rich natural environment.