Promoter: 1000 Rostos – Associação de Ação Social 
Duration: 2 years
Territorial reach: District of Porto 
SDG: 12. Responsible consumption and production

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This initiative aims at reducing the ecological footprint of the Portuguese textile industry across the entire value chain by recycling textile waste, raising awareness of the importance of sustainable fashion and sharing upcycling techniques among consumers. It also boosts and enhances the autonomy of women over the age of 50 by holding workshops on upcycling used clothing.

Sustainable Development Goals

This project contributes to the following SDG targets:

Target 12.5

By 2030, substantially reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling and reuse