It is important for people to know about this because, firstly, it raises awareness. Events like Earth Day help people learn about problems such as climate change, pollution, and deforestation. When many people talk about these issues at the same time, they become harder to ignore.

It also encourages action. When groups of people take part in small actions, such as recycling and cleaning up, it can have a huge impact. In Year 8, we used old newspapers and magazines to create collages promoting Earth Day and highlighting issues affecting our world.

My group chose to promote deforestation because it is a serious global issue that affects both the environment and people. Cutting down forests removes habitats for many animals, putting them at risk. Raising awareness about deforestation is important because many people do not realise how serious it is. The more people understand its effects, such as climate change and loss of wildlife, the more likely they are to change their behaviour and support solutions.

We can help by reducing paper waste, recycling and being careful about what we buy (for example, avoiding products linked to deforestation). We can also plant trees, support environmental organisations and push for laws that protect forests. Even small actions, when many people take part, can make a big difference.

Radhika Dhorajiwala, Year 8