Callum Isted - Plastic Pollution

This week on the Change Makers podcast, host Taisie is joined by Callum Isted, a young changemaker passionate about reducing plastic pollution in schools. Callum shares his journey, which started by calculating the alarming amount of plastic waste at his school and how this took him all the way to engaging with the Scottish First Minister. Through petitions, a 134-mile fundraising walk, and community support, Callum successfully raised funds for metal water bottles and inspired significant changes within his school and beyond. He discusses the importance of environmental activism, the challenges he faced, and the inspiring figures who motivated him along the way.ABOUT THE SHOWThe Change Makers is the new podcast from SuperKind.org.In each episode the host, Taisie (13 years old) interviews an amazing young changemaker who has made a real difference to a cause they care about. The episodes cover their change-making journey, lessons learnt and tips for other young changemakers, to help inspire and empower you to make a difference to something that you care about too.To find out more about incredible young change makers, important causes and how to make a difference yourself, visit: www.SuperKind.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.