Summer 2021 Publication

Reduce the size of your purchases, buy
from companies with ethical practices,
and wear clothes for the entirety of their
lifespans. For companies, a positive first
move would involve increased
transparency. We need budget-friendly
ethical brands that engage in
environmental sustainability — before it
is too late.
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Image Credit: Rio Lecatompessy
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Isabelle is a junior with a love for
biological sciences. She hopes to
show others how simple lifestyle
changes can benefit the
community. Isabelle does
taekwondo, and in her free time,
she enjoys playing tennis.
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