The fashion industry poses significant environmental and social challenges, even in the UK:
It is estimated that around 1.75 million tonnes of clothing and textiles are bought annually in the UK.
We generate over 700,000 tonnes of clothing waste in the UK each year, only 10% of which is recycled.
The UK sends an estimated 336,000 tonnes of used clothing to landfill each year, much of which could be reused or recycled.
The fashion industry causes 4-10% of global emissions annually. This is more than the combined emissions of international flights and maritime shipping.
Remake, Repair, Empower
Extending the life of clothing by just nine months can reduce its carbon, water, and waste footprints by 20-30%. This is because fewer new garments need to be produced, lowering the demand for energy, water and raw materials.
Repairing clothes instead of buying new ones can save money. Additionally, purchasing second-hand clothing and customising it is a lot more fun.
Promoting reuse and repair contributes to a cultural shift towards more mindful consumption and a circular economy. It encourages citizens to value quality over quantity and to consider the environmental impacts of their purchasing decisions.
Creative education has a proven role in contributing to better outcomes for children and young people, developing crucial skills like teamwork, empathy, problem-solving, focus, self-confidence and dexterity.
The UK's creative industries and many other sectors rely on skilled individuals who are able to think outside the box. Nurturing these abilities in young people early in their education can provide them with valuable skills that will set them up for success in their adult careers.
Engaging children with creativity also helps them appreciate where things come from and how they are made. By learning how to make, repair and upcycle things, they will discover that responsible fashion can also be fun and rewarding.
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