UNIT 4
Awareness Session
Begin the activity with an interactive awareness session on household waste management. Present information on the importance of proper disposal of medicines and household chemicals, their environmental and health impacts, and available safe disposal methods.
Storytelling and Experience Sharing
Encourage participants, both young and old, to share personal stories and experiences related to waste management. Older adults can talk about how waste disposal practices have evolved over time, while younger participants can share their understanding of current challenges and concerns.
Hands-on Sorting and Identification
Set up a sorting station where participants can practice segregating waste items, including medicines and household chemicals. Provide guidance on identifying expired or unused medicines and chemicals and separating them from regular trash.
Safe Disposal Techniques
Demonstrate safe disposal techniques for medicines and household chemicals, such as contacting local pharmacies for medication take-back programs or using designated hazardous waste collection centers. Emphasize the importance of not flushing or pouring these substances down the drain.
Collaborative Projects
Divide participants into small groups consisting of members from different generations. Assign each group a project to create awareness materials, such as posters, brochures, or social media campaigns, to educate their communities about proper waste management, including the safe disposal of medicines and household chemicals.
Presentation and Exhibition
Allow each group to present their projects and showcase their awareness materials to the entire gathering. Encourage discussions and questions to foster intergenerational learning and exchange of ideas.
Follow-up Actions
Encourage participants to implement the knowledge gained from the activity in their daily lives. Provide resources and contact information for local recycling centers, take-back programs, or other disposal options for medicines and household chemicals.