Global Nomadic Ltd. is hiring: Volunteer: Greece: Sustainable Fashion Initiative

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Location: Athens, Greece
Duration: Minimum 4 weeks
Start Dates: Project is on-going, and you can join at any time, depending upon availability. Placements start each Monday
Cost: 2135 Euros for 4 weeks
Includes: All food, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation 24/7 support and all project related activities
Does not Include: flights, travel insurance, visas and vaccinations

Please note: This opportunity is designed to give you the contacts and experience to help further your career. You are not replacing any member of staff, but helping alongside them, whilst learning new skills. Simply click the APPLY Button to submit your application, and ask as many questions as you need.

Introduction

Volunteers participating in this program will have the opportunity to work closely with local non-profits dedicated to producing ethically made fashion apparel from sustainable materials. They will play a vital role in supporting initiatives that aim to combat the negative environmental and social impacts of the fashion industry.

Greece, like many other European countries, hosts numerous fast fashion companies whose practices contribute to pollution and exploitation, particularly in developing countries where garment production is outsourced. Through this program, volunteers will contribute to efforts to promote sustainability and ethical practices within the fashion industry.

One significant aspect of the program involves upcycling fashion, which entails transforming used garments into new and fashionable items rather than discarding them in landfills. This process not only reduces waste but also breathes new life into clothing, contributing to environmental conservation.

Additionally, you will assist in providing ethical employment opportunities to refugees and survivors of human trafficking, thereby supporting vulnerable populations and promoting social inclusion.

Overall, by engaging in this program, volunteers will actively contribute to creating a more sustainable and socially responsible fashion industry while supporting communities in need.

Daily Life

As a participant in this program, your responsibilities will encompass various general tasks:

• Selection of Clothes and Fabrics: You will be involved in the process of selecting clothes and fabrics at the factory. This may include assessing the quality, condition, and suitability of garments and materials for upcycling and ethical fashion production.
• Communication and Social Media Support: You will assist in content creation and filmmaking for communication and social media purposes. This could involve generating engaging content, capturing images and videos, and helping to convey the organization's message effectively across different platforms.
• Coordination Support in Fashion School Workshops: You will provide support in coordinating fashion school workshops. This may involve assisting with logistical arrangements, facilitating activities during workshops, and ensuring the smooth running of the events.

Overall, your role will contribute to the promotion of ethical fashion practices, sustainable production methods, and the empowerment of vulnerable communities within the fashion industry.

Please note: all information above is subject to change. Please check the most up to date information on the Global Nomadic website when applying. Simply follow the link on the Apply Button above.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Job function

Training, Education, and Other

Industries

Non-profit Organizations, Primary and Secondary Education, and Philanthropic Fundraising Services