3,620 Graffiti entries, and climbing…

Justin Bell (Canada)

The Facebook/ReGeneration Graffiti contest continues to build momentum, so it’s no surprise that the incredible Graffiti and text entries keep rolling in. I’ve read a few comments questioning the merits of the contest. They ask, could simply drawing a pretty picture and writing a few nice words have the power to change our practices and reverse the damage we’ve done to the planet? My answer is “yes.” Of course a contest like this on its own isn’t going to change the world overnight, but every little bit helps, and if anyone else is has been inspired by these entries as much as I have, who can say what they will go out do next? As we speak, this contest is being used as a tool to educate children about environmental issues and what they can do to join the movement. It is a very compelling point though. What do you think? What are some other ways to get people out there bringing positive environmental change to their communities? Let us know by chatting in Cafe RE. Without sharing ideas and tough questions like these, how can the ReGeneration movement spread?

Here is just a sample of the inspiring entries I was referring to, along with the text that accompanies them. Keep them coming! the deadline to submit your entry is April 21st.

“A green city of the future. Let’s face it - cities aren’t going to go away. In fact, concentrating the sphere of human occupation leaves more room for nature to exist as it has for so long. A green future will include large cities that do not pollute the lands around them. They will rely on alternate power sources and will reduce the amount of waste they produce. They will recycle and improve efficiency. Citizens and commercial entities in green cities of the future will respect the natural environment that accommodates them.”
Kim Dowsett Taylor (Canada)

“Things little and big can make an immense difference for our future and for the generation next. So do what you can, because it’s not the size of the actions that matters, but the intention behind the act.”
Razmina Razzak (USA)