How You Can Help!

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You Can Make a HUGE Difference!

Even though I'm only 8, I've learnt that kids like us have amazing power to change the world! Here are heaps of ways you can help save our orangutan friends and other animals. Some are super easy, and some are bigger projects - but they're all important! 💪

💡 Remember: Every small action counts! You don't have to do everything at once. Pick one thing that sounds fun and start there!

Easy with grown-up help
Email Your Local Member of Parliament! 📧

Ask your mum or dad to help you write to your local MP about palm oil. Tell them you're worried about the animals!

How to do it:

  • 1.Find your local MP on the Australian Parliament website
  • 2.Write a letter explaining why palm oil worries you
  • 3.Ask them to support laws that protect rainforests
  • 4.Include a drawing of an orangutan to make it special!
Easy - you can do this!
Go Palm Oil Free at Home! 🏠

Help your family choose products without palm oil. It's like being a detective at the shops!

How to do it:

  • 1.Check ingredient lists for 'palm oil' or 'palm kernel oil'
  • 2.Look for products with the RSPO (sustainable palm oil) logo
  • 3.Try brands like Sanitarium, Woolworths Select, or Coles Brand
  • 4.Make a family shopping list of palm oil-free alternatives
Medium - but super fun!
Run an Awareness Day at School! 🏫

Organise a special day to teach your classmates about palm oil and our animal friends!

How to do it:

  • 1.Ask your teacher if you can do a presentation
  • 2.Make posters with palm oil facts (like this website!)
  • 3.Organise a 'palm oil free' lunch day
  • 4.Set up an 'adopt an orangutan' fundraiser for your class
Easy with parent permission
Spread the Word Online! 📱

Use your family's social media to tell everyone about palm oil (with permission!)

How to do it:

  • 1.Ask your parents to share palm oil facts on Facebook
  • 2.Create TikTok videos about choosing better products
  • 3.Share photos of palm oil-free products you find
  • 4.Use hashtags like #PalmOilFree #SaveOrangutans #KidsForAnimals
Medium - great for groups!
Raise Money for Animal Charities! 💰

Help organisations that are working to save orangutans and other animals!

How to do it:

  • 1.Organise a bake sale with palm oil-free treats
  • 2.Do a sponsored walk or bike ride
  • 3.Ask for donations instead of birthday presents
  • 4.Donate to WWF Australia, Orangutan Foundation, or Zoos Victoria
Easy and ongoing
Learn More and Teach Others! 📚

Become a palm oil expert and share your knowledge with friends and family!

How to do it:

  • 1.Read books about rainforests and orangutans
  • 2.Watch documentaries like 'The Burning Season'
  • 3.Visit your local zoo and learn about conservation
  • 4.Join environmental groups for kids like Roots & Shoots
Easy and fun!
Document Your Journey! 📸

Keep track of your palm oil-free journey and inspire others!

How to do it:

  • 1.Take photos of palm oil-free products you find
  • 2.Keep a diary of your family's changes
  • 3.Create before/after photos of your pantry
  • 4.Share your success stories with friends
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You're Already Making a Difference!

Just by learning about palm oil and visiting this website, you're already helping! Knowledge is power, and now you have the power to save animals. I'm so proud of you for caring about our orangutan friends! 🧡

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Start with learning - you're already doing it!

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Get your family involved - teamwork makes it easier!

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Celebrate small wins - every choice matters!