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ANTI-WIPE CAMPAIGN RETURNS IN TIME FOR ' UNBLOCKTOBER '
generations in the effort to combat environmental damage caused by improper waste disposal .
The campaign organizers stress that this is a community-driven initiative and are calling on locals to join the effort . With a full schedule of events planned , they encourage individuals and businesses alike to get involved by offering support , ideas , or simply participating in upcoming activities .
The Anti-Wipe campaign is making a strong comeback just in time for the global initiative , ‘ Unblocktober .’ This month-long event , first launched in 2019 , is the world ’ s first national campaign aimed at improving the health of drains , sewers , watercourses , and seas . Since its inception , nearly 100,000 individuals have committed to changing their habits to better the environment .
Locally , Gibraltar has seen increasing participation , with almost 1,000 residents pledging to adopt eco-friendly bathroom and kitchen routines over the past year . The campaign has made its mark through participation in two eco-festivals and several independent events , raising awareness of the damaging effects of improper waste disposal on pipes and oceans .
This year , the Anti-Wipe team has set an ambitious goal to double their local sign-ups , planning a busy October filled with events . These include giveaways , competitions , media challenges , and educational activities in hotspots around Gibraltar , particularly in schools . The aim is to engage younger
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