Dhaka, July 24 -- Waste is emerging as one of Bangladesh's most pressing environmental challenges, with improper disposal threatening communities, ecosystems and biodiversity.

From household waste and plastic pollution to hazardous materials, unmanaged waste is contaminating rivers, degrading soil and placing fragile ecosystems like the Sundarbans at risk.

As coastal communities continue to expand, effective waste management has become essential not only for public health but also for protecting the world's largest mangrove forest.

Recognising that lasting environmental change begins with awareness and action at the community level, WildTeam has been working to equip young people with the knowledge and practical skills needed to become...