Alumni Talk: Democratizing Waste Governance & the Just Transition

4 december 2025 , 13:00–14:30

Watch an engaging session on how communities and institutions can confront the plastic pollution crisis in a just, inclusive, and democratic way.

Dr. Richard Kiaka, Researcher at the Centre for Environment Justice and Development, will share insights from a recent ICLD project on environmental democracy, grassroots innovation, and participatory approaches in plastic governance.

Mrs. Charity Kalombo, Lusaka City Council, will present the successful Know Your Neighbour initiative in Lusaka — a community-based programme strengthening social cohesion, improving waste management, and expanding youth participation.

A timely conversation connecting research, community action, and policy practice across Africa.