LET'S MAKE THE WORLD LESS TRASHY!
#TrashySelfie
A little action can make a big difference. Join a worldwide, family-friendly movement to stop litter, protect nature, and create healthier, cleaner places for everyone.
Take a selfie. Make a difference. Inspire the world.
It's More Than a Selfie. It's a Way of Life.
We all deserve clean neighborhoods, safe parks, beautiful streets, fresh air, and healthy waterways. A cleaner world begins with everyday choices—and grows when we inspire others.
DO SOMETHING GOOD
Pick up litter safely, bring a reusable water bottle, recycle correctly, join a community cleanup, or help keep your favorite outdoor space beautiful.
TAKE YOUR SELFIE
Capture your positive action! Take a picture with your cleanup crew, a reusable item, a clean park, or your family helping the environment.
SHARE THE MOVEMENT
Post your photo on the social media platform you already use. Include #TrashySelfie and challenge friends, family, schools, and coworkers to join you.
CLEAN AREAS DISCOURAGE LITTERING!
The places we care for reflect the communities we build. Let's replace litter with pride, neglect with action, and indifference with kindness. Every person, every family, and every community can be part of the solution.
THE FACTS. THE FUTURE. OUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Litter and pollution affect wildlife, public spaces, waterways, and human health. Here are important reasons to take action.
AIR POLLUTION AFFECTS NEARLY EVERYONE
WHO reports that 99% of the world's population lives in places where air pollution exceeds its air quality guideline limits. Cleaner transport, energy, and waste management can help improve air quality. WHO source.
PREMATURE DEATHS LINKED TO AIR POLLUTION
WHO estimates that combined outdoor and household air pollution was associated with 6.7 million premature deaths annually. This is a global health challenge that requires many solutions, including cleaner energy and transport. WHO source.
OCEAN POLLUTION OFTEN STARTS ON LAND
Trash left on streets and shorelines can be carried by wind, rain, storm drains, and rivers into waterways and the ocean. Preventing litter on land helps protect aquatic habitats. NOAA source.
PLASTIC IS A MAJOR FORM OF MARINE DEBRIS
Plastic bags, bottles, food wrappers, and other discarded items can harm wildlife through ingestion and entanglement. Reduce single-use plastics when practical, dispose of waste responsibly, and take part in local cleanups. NOAA source.
LITTER CAN HURT NEIGHBORHOOD PROPERTY VALUES
A Keep America Beautiful study cited by local government sources reported that litter can reduce the perceived value of affected neighborhoods by about 7%. Results depend on the study and location, but clean surroundings matter. Research summary.
WASTE IS A RESOURCE WHEN HANDLED PROPERLY
Many common materials can be recycled, but what is accepted varies by local recycling program. Keep recyclables clean, follow local guidelines, and reduce waste before it starts. U.S. EPA recycling guide.
Statistics are drawn from the linked sources. Figures describe different measures and years; they should not be interpreted as proof that litter alone causes air pollution, crime, or changes in property values. The widely repeated "80% of ocean trash comes from land" claim is not presented here as a definitive statistic because NOAA notes that the precise share of all marine debris from land is uncertain.
THE WORLD WE WANT STARTS WITH US
Litter is not just an eyesore. It can wash into waterways, threaten animals, damage public spaces, and make places feel neglected. We can choose a better way—together.
YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA. YOUR VOICE. OUR WORLD.
You don't need a new account or a huge following to make a difference. Share where you already connect with people. Post your photo, use #TrashySelfie, and invite others to join the movement.
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LET'S MAKE THIS A MOVEMENT THE WHOLE WORLD CAN JOIN!
Imagine families, students, neighbors, businesses, and communities everywhere sharing positive actions for a cleaner world. Every selfie can start a conversation. Every cleanup can inspire another. Every responsible choice can help build a healthier future.
This isn't about being perfect. It's about caring enough to do something—and encouraging someone else to do the same.
TAKE A SELFIE. SHARE THE MESSAGE. CHANGE THE WORLD.
Last modified: October 17, 2026