I had always heard of Greenpeace, knew what it was up to and for some time was a contributor too. But I never had an opportunity to interact with them until two young activists caught me in the middle of handling GoaFest-07. They wanted Leo Hope to help put together communication for World Environment Day. I told them to meet me in a month’s time… and on the dot, a month later, there they were.
A few meetings later we had something exciting but no idea how to pull it off in less than fifteen days. Then I met the real Greenpeace: persistent, enthusiastic, obsessive, idealistic, zealous, passionate and extremely committed. It was refreshing to work with such a fabulous group of people. I was genuinely amazed at their deep desire to see things through. I know only people like them will make a real difference. I wish Greenpeace a happy Earth!
-Seema
Last June, a man in a green jacket approached me and asked me to join Greenpeace. I listened to him, thinking my little contribution could actually make the world a better place, and I signed up as a supporter. If I break up the word ‘Greenpeace’ it says Green (meaning a sense of tranquility or coolness that one may relate directly with the environment) and ‘peace’ (which means silence; a state where one is in touch with the self). Greenpeace therefore means an environment in which one senses rejuvenation and relaxation. Isn’t this in fact what everybody wants? Targeting powerful companies like Wipro and making them change their ways is remarkable. It requires not only a strong sense of direction but also guts to make that change happen. Greenpeace is one organization that is striving real hard to achieve what is being dreamt of and I am proud to be a part of their initiative.
– Himanshu
I have been with GP for past 4 years and it has been heartening to know the efforts put in to make the world a better place for our children.
Thank you GP– Kedar
Appreciate and commend the work Greenpeace is doing at various levels. Renewable and alternate source of energy is the future. The programme to take these to grassroot levels is remarkable. Getting involved in the change we all want to happen is a very happy feeling. It feels great to be part of the donor programme.
– Prashant Kumar
Thanks for ensuring that the government or the MNC’s don’t decide what I have to eat.
– S Muthu Lakshmi