Nevis Children Celebrate Earth Day 2008
Charlestown, Nevis
April 24, 2008
Earth Day in Nevis was officially observed on Tuesday April 22, 2008, with a march dubbed “Litter Stomp”. The activity showcased encouraging signs and slogans that the Nevisian society embarked on in a collaborative effort with the Solid Waste Management Authority to keep Nevis clean and beautiful.
With musical accompaniment by Nevis’ local “Iron Band”, the litter stomp which culminated at the Gazebo in the vicinity of Old Hospital Road in Charlestown saw participants made a prior visible entrance into Charlestown holding placards which depicted Solid Waste Management Authority awareness messages against littering.
On hand was Minister of Health in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) Hon. Hensley Daniel, who spoke to participants. He said the observance of Earth Day was more than just a walk and the actions of the community should be a daily occurrence.
He spoke of the destructive habits of society that were harmful to the sustainability of the environment. He also spoke of precautionary measures that must be applied by the people of Nevis to address their consumption patterns.