TAMBUNAN: Three Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) here – Moningolig Pogun Tokou (Mopot), Women in Leadership (WIL) and The Thrash Hero – joined forces on climate change consultation with indigenous people to address environmental issues in their communities.

Mopot President Atama Andrew Ambrose said the main recommendations of Women in Leadership include working with NGOs to establish a garbage collection system for villages and spreading awareness about deforestation.

“They emphasise tree planting programmes, reducing the use of plastic bags and protecting gravity water supply.

“Although traditional schools have helped engage the younger generation, there is a need for a more focused curri