In this special bonus episode, we turn the tables on Sustainably Ever After host Lilah McDonald, and hear her story as a young entrepreneur, changemaker, and advocate for a more sustainable Aotearoa.
At just 10 years old, Lilah founded Water Us, a purpose-led toilet paper company funding public drinking fountains across New Zealand. Now a teen, she's already installed her first two fountains and is working toward a bold goal: 100 fountains nationwide. Lilah shares how a single moment during a childhood trip sparked her mission to reduce plastic waste and promote health in our communities.
Key Takeaways:
The story behind Water Us and the Public Water Project
What it's like building a social enterprise while still at school
Her reflections on hosting two seasons of Sustainably Ever After
Key lessons from conversations with changemakers like Brianne West
Advice for young people and businesses on making meaningful change
Why taking small steps - and simply starting - matters more than perfection
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Website – waterus.nz
Facebook – @waterus.nz
Instagram – @waterus.nz
