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The Make Something Week concluded on a high note at the Planet One Ubunifu hub in Nairobi, where youth participation was robust. Held at Cedar Court-Garden Estate, the event celebrated creativity, reimagining, and repurposing, emphasizing the profound impact of mindful consumer choices. The day featured engaging activities, music, presentations, and hands-on experiences, creating a vibrant atmosphere.
The opening plenary, titled "A New Vision for Earth," aimed to transcend borders and explore transformative ideas for a sustainable future. The key takeaways emphasized inclusivity in envisioning a new Earth vision, focusing on resilience of the mind and a belief in degrowth. The speakers encouraged reflection rooted in mindfulness, drawing inspiration from Adrienne Rich's words.
It was about 1.30 a.m. on the 21st August 2023. My flight had just touched down at the Vancouver International Airport, Canada. Apparently, my hotel reservation had been changed twice without my knowledge, and each of those times an email had been sent confirming the changes. During my flight, about 20 hours, I had barely checked my emails. The hotel changes were made to accommodate my very early…