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What is it?
We are what you do is an initiative which hopes to inspire people like you to change the way you do small everyday actions. If everyone made small changes to the way we do things, it could make a big difference to the quality of life for those who live, work and visit the borough. Some of the actions will also help protect and enhance quality of life beyond the boundaries of Elmbridge.
The quality of life in Elmbridge is generally very good already. We have beautiful parks and green open spaces and we have low crime rates. However, if we are to protect this for now and in the future we all need to work together and 'do our bit'.
Listed below are some ideas for everyday actions you could do to help. If you would like some more information about how these actions will help improve quality of life, what to do or where to get further information, simply click on the relevant icon and it will take you to this information.
The Elmbridge Community Partnership has been asking local people to commit to trying some of the actions below. Since the start of the campaign, over 2500 pledges have been made. However, we do not want to stop there - so please have a look at the list and let us know how you are going to do your bit.
There are a few ways in which you can register your pledge. The easiest way is by registering your pledge online. If you are not able to register your pledges online, you can do so over the telephone, by email or by post.
|For more information, please contact the Community Planning and Partnerships Co-ordinator
If you would like to receive further updates on we are what you do or you have any ideas for additional 'everyday actions' please use the pledge form to give us these details. You can also visit the national campaign |we are what we do and |have a look at the small actions big change website.
Tell your friends
We also need your help to spread the word. At the bottom of the page is a link which enables you to send your friends details of the we are what you do initiative.
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If its says 30mph, do 30 mph
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Turn your tap off when you clean your teeth
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Learn new skills by giving some of your time to volunteering
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Fit energy saving light bulbs in your home
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Lock your vehicle and don't leave valuable items on display
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Let at least one car in on every journey
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Spend time with someone from a different generation
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Turn off appliances at the mains
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Report dumped waste and graffiti to the Council
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Recycle your household waste
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Eat 5 pieces of fruit and veg a day
Decline plastic bags
Recycle your mobile phone
Give blood
Use your vote
Buy fairly traded products
Shop locally
Join Neighborough Watch
Car share
Get fitter, feel better
Learn basic first aid
Clean up after your dog
Fit smoke alarms
Learn a good joke