Hi everyone

Forwarded is information about the training that was mentioned yesterday/Friday. (at the 4/13/24 PlanCheckNC meeting).

And here is a link to  information on our website, which links to more information on the LASAN site–https://www.ncsa.la/waste.

THANK YOU–

Lisa

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De: Reusable LA <reusablela@41740849.mailchimpapp.com>
Fecha: 4/8/2024 2:13:09 PM 
Asunto: You’re Invited: Advocacy Training with Reusable LA 
A: Reusable LA Community <lisahart@ncsa.la>

Hi Reusable LA Community, Happy Earth Month! If you’re passionate about protecting California’s coastline and communities from plastic pollution, WE NEED YOU! On April 16 at 5:00 PM, join Heal the Bay and 5 Gyres, in partnership with Reusable LA, Story of Stuff, Surfrider, and Californians Against Waste, for a virtual training designed to empower you with the tools and knowledge needed to address plastic pollution California. Learn the power of grassroots activism and how YOU can use your voice to lead impactful campaigns that drive change.Register Now!Master the tools to make a difference:Understand key plastic pollution policies.Craft persuasive messages for decision-makers.Make impactful calls to representatives.Submit compelling written comments on active legislation.The workshop will cover specific policies in California and Los Angeles, including SB 1167, a bill that will promote the use of reusable cups in California, and the City of Los Angeles Comprehensive Plastics Program. After learning about these policies and how to use advocacy tools, there will be an opportunity to put these newfound skills to the test by contacting key decision-makers during the workshop!  Tuesday, April 16  5:00 – 6:00 PM PST  Register HereMore Ways to Take Action this Earth Month Support local restaurants in reducing waste by sharing Reusable LA’s info cardsand reminding restaurants to “Hold the plastic, please!”Take 5 Gyres’ pledge to Do Less for the Planet by buying less, washing less, and wasting less, and unlock access to resources and events (including a visible mending workshop this month).Check out Heal the Bay’s Earth Month calendar to get involved in cleanup events, community science, and more.Join Plastic Pollution Coalition’s People vs. Plastic webinar about the impacts of plastics on human health and implications for the UN Plastics Treaty negotiations happening this month.