Today’s Women Who Walk gathering highlighted the value of small acts that can make a real difference in local neighbourhoods. For participant Eve Nieman, the walk was not just about picking up litter but about encouraging residents to take more pride in their surroundings.

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Nieman, who lives in Bryanston near the Ferndale border, said she appreciated the initiative but hoped to see more people joining in future. She felt the route was shorter than expected, especially because the group was walking in an area she did not know well, but she still believed the activity had purpose.

During the walk, Nieman approached two women standing on the roadside and asked them to pick up litter next to where they were smoking. They agreed to do so, and Nieman said they seemed slightly embarrassed after being asked. For her, the moment showed how a simple, polite request can influence behaviour.

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She also believes the project could reach more people if more women took part and shared ideas on how to connect with the community. Nieman said raising awareness about how litter affects health, children, animals, and birds could help residents understand why keeping the area clean matters.

Although turnout was small today, Nieman said the idea has strong potential. She hopes more residents will join future walks so the group can build a stronger presence and encourage others to take responsibility for the spaces they use every day.

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