EcoJam Stresses Healthy Living
Teens combine Jam2Fit and Eco Extras programs to improve health and the environment.
On June 4, the Johnston Senior Center was the site for a student-led drive to help people improve their health and their environment. The event, called Ecojam, is the creation of two local teens looking to make a difference. The "Eco" part of the festivities was the idea of Karissa Arias, a recent high school graduate, who has a deep interest in environmental issues. She uses recycled materials to make stuffed animals and other items, including her prom dress. "I've been part of the Environmental Justice League for two years and (have) become more passionate about it," said Arias. The "Jam" component of Ecojam is the idea of Jummy Olagundoye. After coming to the United States from Nigeria at age 11, she started eating unhealthy foods. …
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