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Zainab Ashiq

John Abbott College

Zainab's points

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 466 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    61
    meatless or vegan meals
    consumed
  • UP TO
    505
    minutes
    not spent in front of a screen
  • UP TO
    220
    minutes
    spent exercising
  • UP TO
    855
    minutes
    of additional sleep
  • UP TO
    1.0
    public official or leader
    contacted
  • UP TO
    1.0
    advocacy action
    completed
  • UP TO
    505
    minutes
    spent outdoors

Zainab's actions

Food

Advocate for More Food Options

Access to affordable, nutritious food is a food justice issue. I will advocate for local or organic food options at work, on campus, or in the spaces I frequent.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Enjoy a Meatless Meal

Producing 1 kg of beef emits as much greenhouse gas as driving 150 miles, meanwhile, 1 kg of veggies or grains leaves a much lighter footprint! This week, I’ll shrink my climate impact by having 1 meatless meals and/or 1 vegan meals each day.

COMPLETED 40
DAILY ACTIONS

Transportation

Share Rides with Others

I will sign up for a car-sharing service or coordinate ride shares with roommates, classmates, or campus peers to reduce the number of vehicles on the road.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Spend Time Outside

I will replace 30 minutes per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Prioritize Getting Enough Sleep

Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting 8 hours of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Go for a Daily Walk

I will take a walk each day to clear my mind, get some fresh air, and support my physical and mental health as a student.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food
    How was your experience intentionally trying to eat less meat?
    Zainab Ashiq's avatar
    Zainab Ashiq 4/21/2026 8:08 PM
    My experience intentionally trying to eat less meat was challenging at first, especially when it came to changing habits and finding satisfying alternatives. However, over time, I discovered more plant-based meals that I actually enjoyed, which made the transition easier. It also made me more aware of my food choices and their impact on the environment and food systems. Overall, it became less about restriction and more about making more thoughtful and balanced decisions.
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    • Melissa Tomecz's avatar
      Melissa Tomecz 4/22/2026 8:00 PM
      Not to mention that those kinds of meals are just as delicious and filling!
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food
    What changes would help food insecure regions have access to local, seasonal foods? How can your choices contribute to these changes?
    Zainab Ashiq's avatar
    Zainab Ashiq 4/21/2026 7:58 PM
    Improving access to local, seasonal foods in food-insecure regions requires strengthening local agriculture, improving infrastructure, and supporting sustainable farming practices so communities can rely on their own food systems rather than imports.
    My choices can contribute by buying local and seasonal foods, reducing food waste, and supporting ethical products, which helps shift demand toward more sustainable and equitable food systems overall.
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