Doha Environmental Actions Project (Deap) Qatar has collected hundreds of kilogrammes of trash from Qatar’s beaches this January, engaging students and volunteers in a series of cleanup drives aimed at raising environmental awareness.
Throughout the month, Deap Qatar organised multiple clean-up events in various locations across Qatar, targeting areas particularly affected by pollution.
One event saw 30 students from Iqra English School for Girls participate in a clean-up at Al Thakira Mangroves, removing 30kg of trash from the beach.
It is learnt that the school previously hosted a presentation by Deap Qatar on the local and global impact of plastic pollution, where 50 students from grades 3-6 learned about the importance of conservation and Qatar’s unique wildlife, including the dugong and whale shark.
“We had the opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful places in Qatar and do our part for nature at the Al Thakira Mangroves,” Deap Qatar posted on its social media. “Thank you for helping us raise environmental awareness in Qatar. It really takes all of us to keep Qatar clean and beautiful for generations to come.”
Further demonstrating the commitment of young people, 16 grade 10 students from Newton International Academy Smash also took the lead in cleaning up at the Al Thakira Mangroves, collecting 35kg of waste.
Deap Qatar’s efforts also witnessed strong community engagement, gathering 110 volunteers who took part in a large-scale clean-up drive in Zekreet, a location renowned for its striking rock formations, beaches, and public art.
The group collected 430kg of trash in the area, which is known for its natural beauty and kite surfing opportunities.
Building on this momentum, Deap Qatar announced another clean-up drive this Friday at the Singing Sand Dunes of Qatar.
This family-friendly event offers an opportunity for people to contribute to environmental conservation and for participants to socialise, enjoy the unique landscape, and witness a stunning sunset.
Deap Qatar held a series of beach clean-up drives in various locations in the country this January, removing hundreds of kilogrammes of trash from nature. Screenshots from Deap Qatar Facebook page.
