The media continuously tries to convince us to buy newer, trendier clothing, just to discard it when it goes out of style. An estimated 93 million garments are burned or landfilled each year. That's about a full garbage truck's worth of textiles every second!
However, a growing number of people are attempting to recycle their clothing; yet there are still situations when the environmental benefits of this sustainable practice are difficult to measure. If sustainability is one of your goals for 2024 the best place to start may be a fashion swap, like the one JOMEC is hosting. To receive your tokens on the day of the actual swap, you must give your clothing this March starting the week of 04/24.
The swap is your opportunity to pay attention to style in a new setting. More crucially, a chance for students to rebrand their clothing in an environmentally friendly way. By exchanging your clothing, you can be sure it won't end up in landfill.
However, giving them to a friend or stranger is simple and satisfying, knowing that the clothes will be given another life! Circularity is also observable and tangible thanks to swaps. In conclusion, this is your opportunity to engage in tiny deeds of kindness within the JOMEC community; by attending this swap, you will be taking a stand against garment waste and fast fashion.
We want to see you on March 13th on the social stairs, where there will be refreshments, music, and friendly volunteers! If you would like to donate clothes for the swap, clothes must be bought to JOMEC on the 4th of March. Bags of clothes must be clearly lavbelled with your name and year of study.
Cothes must be clean and washed. JOMEC Sustainability's vision is to create a greener, cleaner future in our University space. From reducing single-use plastics to suppoting eco-friendly brands, every small action counts!