International Waste Pickers’ Day

International Waste Pickers’ Day is observed on March 1 to mark the Colombian massacre that led to 11 workers’ brutal death. This day seeks to give voice and recognition to waste pickers/recyclers across the world. During this occasion, a new report released by the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) highlighted the role of informal recyclers in enabling transition towards zero waste systems and the overall economic recovery.