The Kurdish House community association, based in south Leeds, are taking on a very big new challenge for 2025 – and want everyone to get onboard!
The group – co-led by prolific local volunteer Rebwar Sharazure – have been litterpicking across Leeds and beyond for many years, and have picked thousands of bags of rubbish up to now. But they want to go up a gear in 2025 – and would love others to support them.
They aim to pick 5,000 bags of litter across West Yorkshire between January and June 2025. And they’re keen for others to support them – either by joining them with the litterpicking, or sponsoring them. All sponsorship income will go into their new community centre, at the old Golden Lion pub on Beeston Road, where they are developing a programme of activities for all, featuring sports and martial arts, education and advice services, support for the homeless and those in need, and more.
The campaign launches on Sunday (5 January 2025) with a big local litterpick in Beeston. Meet at 1pm (or join them anytime before 4pm) at their centre in the old Golden Lion pub; they aim to tackle the housing estates nearest the centre, including the Northcotes, Disraelis, Bismarcks, and Normantons. All kit, and snacks and drinks, will be provided.Then the following months will see them out at locations across West Yorkshire, working with others to tackle litter and waste in their communities.
Rebwar comments:
“We’re so proud to play a part in keeping our communities clear and tidy – it’s the natural response to the environment we live in. We’ve picked thousands of bags of litter, these past years – but now, we really need support from others, to develop our work. Thank you in advance if you can help.”
Cllr Ed Carlisle is supporting the campaign, and adds:
“Litter and waste really drag our communities down, but many thanks to the Kurdish House team, and all those involved in this brilliant work. This isn’t just about picking up litter, but also inspiring and educating people not to drop litter or dump waste in the first place. We – as communities – can make a stand, and turn the tide.”
For full information on the campaign, including how to donate, and how to request a litterpick, search for ‘The West Yorkshire Litter Challenge 2025’ on Facebook, or call 07828 533 331.
This post is based on a press release issued by Cllr Ed Carlisle
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