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How to Avoid Microplastics with Simple Swaps, Reuse and Refill Systems, and Real Solutions to Plastic Pollution

Worried about microplastics since streaming The Plastic Detox on Netflix? Follow along to discover practical ways to cut back on plastic, steer clear of microplastics, and back lasting systemic solutions for a plastic-free future!

Bandung City to host International Zero Waste Cities Conference

Government officials, civil society organizations and Zero Waste communities and practitioners will gather in Bandung, Indonesia for this year's International Zero Waste Cities Conference (IZWC) to be held on March 5-7.

Jed Alegado

March 3, 2018

Member Stories, Real Solutions

#breakfreefromplastic Mediterranean changemakers

The beginning of February saw dozens of #breakfreefromplastic campaigners and activists gathering in Marrakech, Morocco looking for new ways to work together change the face of the Mediterranean with their projects.

Matt Franklin

February 28, 2018

News, Petrochemicals & Climate, Press Release

Ocean Plastics Tour Signals Change for New Zealand

Our oceans need fixing, and Aotearoa is ready to play its part, says environmentalist and Indigenous rights advocate Tina Ngata.

Break Free From Plastic

February 12, 2018

News, Petrochemicals & Climate

COASTAL CLEANUPGOES #FOAMFREE

5 Gyres Institute, Plastic Pollution Coalition, Surfrider Foundation and #breakfreefromplastic join forces to raise awareness about Styrofoam pollution

Shilpi Chhotray

January 29, 2018

Corporate Accountability, News, Policy, Real Solutions

Green Groups Reveal Top Plastic Polluters Following Massive Beach Cleanup on Freedom Island

International brands are among the worst oceans polluters—and green groups under the global #breakfreefromplastic movement are holding them to account.

Break Free From Plastic

December 17, 2017

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Plastics & Health, Member Stories

When Justice Becomes a Tool Against Plastic: The Work of Direito Coletivo in Brazil

September 30, 2026 by Break Free From Plastic LAC

Brazil’s Instituto de Direito Coletivo demonstrates how strategic litigation, research, and networking can transform the fight against plastic pollution and defend the rights of those who suffer its consequences READ MORE

Press Release, Plastics & Health

A Three-Day LAC Regional Meeting to Share and Shape the Future of Our Movement

September 29, 2026 by Break Free From Plastic LAC

From September 3 to 5, members of GAIA and Break Free From Plastic in Latin America gathered in Santiago, Chile, to share experiences, celebrate achievements, and establish strategic priorities to continue strengthening the movement. The meeting brought together 44 organizations from 14 countries in the region.READ MORE

News, Plastics & Health

Organizations, the government sector, and grassroots waste pickers call for accelerating waste management as a strategy to address climate change

September 12, 2026 by Break Free From Plastic LAC

The International Zero Waste Seminar brought together representatives from 26 municipalities and 45 organizations from more than 15 countries in Chile to discuss the potential of organic waste to reduce methane emissions and the transition toward zero-waste models READ MORE

Press Release, Policy

Latin American and Caribbean Organizations Faced with the Lack of Participation in the 2026 Plastics Treaty Negotiations

September 03, 2026 by Break Free From Plastic

Civil society organizations raise concerns on “informal” meetings that have been taking place among heads of government delegations for negotiating the Global Plastics Treaty. Conducted behind closed doors and without access for observer organizations, the meetings limit the transparency of the process and prevent informed participation by civil society.READ MORE

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Bandung City to host International Zero Waste Cities Conference

#breakfreefromplastic Mediterranean changemakers

Ocean Plastics Tour Signals Change for New Zealand

COASTAL CLEANUPGOES #FOAMFREE

Green Groups Reveal Top Plastic Polluters Following Massive Beach Cleanup on Freedom Island

Recent Posts

When Justice Becomes a Tool Against Plastic: The Work of Direito Coletivo in Brazil

A Three-Day LAC Regional Meeting to Share and Shape the Future of Our Movement

Organizations, the government sector, and grassroots waste pickers call for accelerating waste management as a strategy to address climate change

Latin American and Caribbean Organizations Faced with the Lack of Participation in the 2026 Plastics Treaty Negotiations

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