About Me
I am Sara Fernandes, founder of Mi Costa de Oro, a community-driven beach cleaning initiative in Ocumare de la Costa de Oro, Aragua, Venezuela.
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Beach Locations
We clean and maintain five key beaches in Ocumare:
- La Boca
- Malecón
- La Punta
- Malibú
- Los Cocos
Current Operations
We conduct weekly cleaning sessions every Thursday at 4:00 PM with over 50 regular participants. Our project has received approval from local municipal authorities to conduct these environmental improvement activities.
Waste Management
Our waste management approach is comprehensive:
- Recyclable materials are separated and used for educational workshops
- Non-recyclable waste is properly bagged (30kg bags) and handed over to local urban sanitation services
- Some materials are repurposed for crafts and educational activities
- Remaining materials are processed by the municipality for potential resale
Educational Component
We operate a community school that provides:
- Environmental education programs
- Craft workshops using recycled materials
- Meals for children (breakfast and snacks)
- Practical lessons on reusing materials at home
Our initiative goes beyond beach cleaning:
- Regular participation of over 50 community members
- Weekly cleaning sessions
- Educational programs for children
- Promotion of recycling and environmental awareness
- Creation of sustainable crafts from recycled materials
Sustainability Practices
We ensure sustainable operations through:
- Regular weekly cleaning schedule
- Proper waste sorting and disposal
- Educational programs for long-term impact
- Community engagement and participation
- Municipal authority support and cooperation
