Solving Fashion’s Waste Problem - Fashion Takes Action
Solving Fashion’s Waste Problem
Fashion Takes ActionBasic Details
Learn how to reduce the negative impact caused by fashion's waste and how to be a 7R's of fashion leader.
- Type
- Resource
- Cost
- Fee per class
- Location
- Nationwide
- Alberta Location
- Alberta - All School Districts
- British Columbia Location
- BC - All School Districts
- Age/Grade Level:
- 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
- Curriculum Connected:
- Yes, contact the organization directly
- Subjects:
- Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Fine Arts
- Topics:
- Water, Waste/Circular economy, Ecology/Biodiversity, Natural Resources, Climate change, Social/environmental justice
Learn how to reduce the negative impact caused by fashion's waste and how to be a 7R's of fashion leader.
Additional Details
- Languages:
- English
- Location:
- In-class/school (indoor)
- Format:
- Resource
Full Description
A three-lesson unit designed for Grades 4-6 (Ages 9-12) and Grades 7-8 (Ages 12-14), complete with a culminating 7Rs Action Project Guide featuring 20 project options.
Solving Fashion’s Waste Problem invites students to examine the social and environmental effects of clothing waste, from the hidden consequences of clothing donations to the fashion industry's relationship to climate change. Learners will explore different perspectives on sustainability, reflect on environmental stewardship, and become familiar with positive climate action happening today. Through the lens of The 7Rs—strategies to reduce waste and rethink fashion consumption—a wide range of culminating Action Projects support students to envision and create their own hope inspiring actions that promote responsible citizenship and a more sustainable future.
Accessibility
- Accommodations for physical disabilities
- None specified
- Accommodations for neurodiverse participants
- None specified
Full Description
A three-lesson unit designed for Grades 4-6 (Ages 9-12) and Grades 7-8 (Ages 12-14), complete with a culminating 7Rs Action Project Guide featuring 20 project options.
Solving Fashion’s Waste Problem invites students to examine the social and environmental effects of clothing waste, from the hidden consequences of clothing donations to the fashion industry's relationship to climate change. Learners will explore different perspectives on sustainability, reflect on environmental stewardship, and become familiar with positive climate action happening today. Through the lens of The 7Rs—strategies to reduce waste and rethink fashion consumption—a wide range of culminating Action Projects support students to envision and create their own hope inspiring actions that promote responsible citizenship and a more sustainable future.
Last Updated: January 07, 2026