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Manual, Group Building Activity, Info session
The Recycling of Textile Toolbox
An educational toolbox that introduces textile recycling processes, helping young people understand its environmental benefits through interactive activities and hands-on exercises.
Aims of the tool
Raise awareness of textile waste and recycling.
Teach sustainable textile management practices.
Encourage responsible consumer behavior.
Equip young people with knowledge and tools for responsible fashion choices.
Description of the tool
The Recycling of Textile Toolbox is an educational guide that explores textile recycling processes and their role in sustainable fashion. Participants are introduced to different types and methods of recycling. The toolbox highlights the environmental impact of textile waste while also providing education on the topic. Participants can experience hands-on activities such as sorting textiles, analyzing recycling challenges, and upcycling projects. This tool is to be used by youth workers and young leaders in their educational work with young people.
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Tool overview
http://toolbox.salto-youth.net/4733
This tool is for
Young people 13+ Youth workers Educators Individuals interested in sustainability
and addresses
Group Dynamics, Personal Development, Peer education, Environment
It is recommended for use in:
Youth Exchanges
Training and Networking
Materials needed:
Pen and pencils
Paper
Printed worksheets
Access to the digital toolbox
Duration:
The toolbox has different types of activities each ranging from 1 to 2 hours
The educational toolbox is the best to be used by youth workers and young leaders with their groups of young learners.
Behind the tool
The tool was created by
4F: Fast Fashion? Fast Forward! project
in the context of
The Recycling of Textile Educational Toolbox was made during the 4F: Fast Fashion? Fast Forward! project. The project created educational hands-on tools and resources for youth workers and young people to introduce them to the world of sustainability.
The tool has been experimented in
The toolbox was experimented in a physical training and several workshops done by youth workers and educators. The tools also made their way to young learners, thanks to sessions led by their educators.
The tool was published to the Toolbox by
Ágnes Kulcsár (on 21 May 2025)
and last modified
11 February 2025
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