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Select a sustainability issue that interests you for your project. 1. Decide whether you will design a group Motivational Project or a group Advertising Campaign. Choose to do only one of them. - If you choose to design a Motivational Project then your goal will be to change people’s current attitudes and behaviors about how they interact with and impact their environment and how they can adopt and/or adapt their behavior to help create a sustainable planet. (If you choose to design a group Motivational Project then you will want to review your class notes as well as review your textbook on Attitudes and Behaviors). - If you wish to design an Advertising Campaign then your goal will be to raise awareness about an environmental issue, to persuade people to change their current position about the issue, and to challenge people to think and examine their behavior regarding the issue. (If you choose to design a group Advertising Campaign about your environmental issue, then refer to your class notes as well your textbook on Social Influence and Persuasion.) Specifics about the Individual Capstone Project Part: 1. Give your Project a Title and include it on your project submission to your professor. 2. Include your name, the date, and the course number and name. 3. State whether your project is a Motivational Project or an Advertising Campaign. 4. Explain the specific environmental issue, global warming/climate change issue or consumerism issue that you are addressing with your project. 5. Will you do this project by yourself, with one or two classmates or with your family? In your project submission, list the names of the people involved with your project and their specific role such as Director, Designer, etc. 6. Describe your project in detail. Be specific. - State the Goal of the project. - Explain how you Plan to conduct the project. (Be very detailed) - Explain how we will know if your plan was successful. 7. All projects need to be typed using a 12 point font and double-spaced.

Paper For Above instruction

The critical challenge of environmental sustainability has become a focal point for global efforts to mitigate adverse ecological impacts. This paper outlines a comprehensive plan for a Motivational Project aimed at fostering behavioral change concerning plastic waste disposal among young adults in urban communities. The project seeks not only to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of plastic pollution but also to inspire proactive behavior modification to create a sustainable environment.

Project Title: "Plastic Free Future: Motivating Urban Youth for Sustainable Waste Management"

Participant Details: Myself (Project Coordinator), Jane Doe (Decorator), and Michael Smith (Content Developer).

Date: October 10, 2024

Course: Environmental Psychology 301

Type of Project: Motivational Project aimed at changing attitudes and behaviors regarding plastic waste disposal.

Environmental Issue: The project addresses the growing problem of plastic waste, specifically focusing on urban littering and inadequate recycling practices contributing to global pollution. Plastic debris not only harms marine ecosystems but also pollutes urban environments, affecting quality of life and health. The issue is compounded by attitudes and behaviors rooted in convenience and lack of awareness.

Project Description:

Goal: The primary goal is to foster a shift in attitudes and behaviors among young urban residents, encouraging them to reduce plastic use, properly dispose of waste, and embrace sustainable waste management practices. The project aims to inspire a sense of environmental responsibility and real behavioral change through engaging motivational strategies.

Plan of Action:

The project will be conducted in three phases. The first phase involves designing an impactful motivational campaign that includes visual posters, social media content, and community talks. The second phase involves implementing these materials within targeted urban neighborhoods, collaborating with local community centers and youth clubs. The third phase focuses on assessing behavioral changes by conducting surveys and waste audits pre- and post-intervention.

Specific activities include creating visually compelling posters illustrating the harm caused by plastic waste, sharing motivational stories from local environmental activists, and organizing interactive workshops that demonstrate simple recycling and waste reduction techniques. The campaign will utilize social media platforms favored by young adults to amplify reach and engagement.

Success Criteria:

The effectiveness of the project will be evaluated through a combination of quantitative and qualitative measures, including:

- A reduction in plastic waste collected during waste audits after the campaign.

- Increased awareness and positive attitude shifts measured through surveys before and after the intervention.

- Engagement metrics on social media, such as likes, shares, and comments indicating increased awareness and motivation.

Conclusion:

Through targeted motivational strategies, this project aims to alter urban youth attitudes toward plastic waste, fostering responsible behaviors that contribute to environmental sustainability. It integrates community involvement, visual campaigns, social media engagement, and evaluation metrics to ensure impactful and measurable outcomes, ultimately contributing toward a healthier, cleaner urban environment.

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