Join the Drawdown EcoChallenge, presented by EcoChallenge.org

April 3 - April 24, 2019

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Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.

To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?

Kim Wade 4/24/2019 8:11 PM
YES! THPRD, over 20,000 points!!!! AWESOME sauce!!!! Great job EVERYONE!!!

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Kim Wade 4/24/2019 3:24 PM
80 more points and we hit 20,000 for the challenge!!! Do it THPRD!!

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Kim Wade 4/24/2019 3:23 PM
Amanda Bieber’s has taken the lead!! Rock on with your bad self Amanda!!! Make that difference.

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Kim Wade 4/24/2019 3:18 PM
THPRD, you have made me VERY proud to be your Champion!! Thank you all for your participation in the DrawDown!! We can make a difference!!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Women and Girls

Globally, women typically invest a higher proportion of their earnings in their families and communities than men. Why do you think that is?
Jess Earl 4/24/2019 1:33 PM
I believe this occurs because in many cultures it is the women who are in charge of maintaining the household and the family. Because it takes a village to raise children, their lives are directly impacted and improved by a better community.

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Jess Earl 4/24/2019 1:25 PM
Just finished my last run on the Fanno Creek trail during the EcoChallenge. I feel so blessed that I have such a beautiful well maintained path so close by.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

How does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?
Julie Rocha 4/24/2019 12:33 PM
A good way to donate left over food from events!

http://urbangleaners.org/

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Women and Girls

Globally, women typically invest a higher proportion of their earnings in their families and communities than men. How can you better support communities by supporting women? Can you share any past experiences that may help others take action?
Julie Rocha 4/24/2019 12:29 PM
Below is a link of Portland based female owned businesses:

https://www.rachaelraymag.com/whats-new/female-owned-restaurants-and-businesses-portland

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Julie Rocha 4/24/2019 12:22 PM
Learning about Electricity Generation today!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Women and Girls

What did you learn about the need for family planning? Share some of the learning with your friends!
Jess Earl 4/24/2019 11:47 AM
I've always thought that family planning is important, however until doing more research I did not realize how much correlation there is to family planning and climate change.

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