Event Overview:
"This was the exact opposite of the fashion industry's 'you can't sit with us', energy! I loved the open-platform model, sharing everything... I really feel like I could set up a reuse textile centre in my region now, it was like a a full consultancy in one day!"
"I would recommend this to anyone interested in sustainable textiles or fashion, and I think this course should be mandatory for anyone working in the textile and fashion space."
"An inspiring day, spent with like-minded people. It made me want to be part of something bigger and expand what I know I can do now."
Are you passionate about sustainability, creativity, and community engagement? Do you want to reduce waste and promote a circular economy? This in-person all-day workshop is designed for social innovators, community leaders, and creative enthusiasts who want to make a positive impact through creative reuse.
The award-winning social venture Yodomo will share its experience of setting up creative reuse hubs in a bid to help grow the reuse movement by empowering more people around the world to set up their own. Yodomo won the 'Progress toward circularity' Marire Claire Sustainability award in 2023 for its work to grow the creative reuse movement.
"I can't wait to go back and start conversations with my local community on how we can do something similar. I would recommend this to anyone interested in sustainable textiles or fashion, and I think this course should be mandatory for anyone working in the textile and fashion space."
Jessica Hannan, fashion editor and retail consultant.
"A wealth of knowledge and experience in a warm and engaging way. It was very kind of her to open up and share her learnings and practice based-research with our group. I feel like she has encouraged us all to go out there and spread the word about reusing textiles to work towards a better circular economy."
Kate from Two4Joy
What You'll Learn:
Introduction to Creative Reuse: Understand the principles and benefits of creative reuse and its role in promoting sustainability and environmental awareness.
Setting Up Your Hub: Step-by-step guidance on planning, funding, and establishing a creative reuse hub, including finding the right location and sourcing materials.
Understanding Local Authorities and Waste Authorities: How to connect with local players for potential partnership or support, and work with them on behavioural change.
Building a Community: Strategies for engaging local communities, collaborating with artists, schools, and businesses, and creating a vibrant, inclusive space.
Fundraising for Activities: Understanding the fundraising landscape and learning more about which funders might support your activities.
Workshops and Programmes: Ideas for organising workshops, events, and educational programmes that inspire creativity and teach practical reuse skills.
Create a Specialism: Learn how to use specialisms to create a point of difference for your creative hub.
Sustainable Practices: Tips on implementing sustainable practices and promoting a culture of sustainability within your hub.
Working with Suppliers: How to approach local businesses and understand how to educate the industry in reducing its waste.
Academic Partnerships: Learn how to connect your hub to local education partners and university researchers.
Working with Volunteers: How to set up a volunteer network
Who Should Attend:
Anyone interested in starting a creative reuse business
Community leaders, organisers and local authorities looking to promote sustainability
Educators and artists seeking new ways to engage their audience
Environmental advocates passionate about reducing waste
Why Attend:
You will learn from our first-hand insights and practical knowledge, and take away actionable steps to start your own creative reuse hub
Connect with like-minded individuals and network with experts in the field
Access valuable resources and tools to help you on your journey
Be inspired to make a positive impact on your community and the environment
This is an all-day workshop in London.
Please let us know if you have specific requirements.
If you have any questions about this event please contact us.
