Bello Deborah Olawunmi, currently in her final year at the University of Lagos studying Chemistry Education, is a passionate, bright and intriguing individual who advocate for sustainability, circular economy, and youth empowerment. With a strong belief that sustainability should not be a privileged reserved for the wealthy but a way of life accessible to all, Deborah envisions creating a world where environmental responsibility and economic innovation go hand in hand.
Her passion stems from the desire to build a future where individuals and communities, regardless of social or economic status, are equipped with the tools and knowledge to make sustainable living a norm. She aspires to establish a Sustainability Hub, a creative and collaborative center dedicated to teaching, mentoring, and empowering young people. Through this hub, she aims to guide youths in designing and launching circular economy projects tailored to their unique community needs, whether addressing waste management, food insecurity, climate awareness, flooding, or unemployment.
Deborah’s vision extends beyond just saving the planet; she believes sustainability is deeply tied to restoring dignity, reducing poverty, and creating systems where nothing goes to waste. By working closely with underserved communities, she seeks to co-create practical solutions that transform local challenges into economic opportunities, turning trash into valuable resources and hunger into hope.