Volunteer for Sustainable Fashion in Athens

Make your mark on the world of ethical fashion while supporting vulnerable communities in Athens. This innovative project gives you the chance to work directly with a sustainable fashion brand, helping to reduce waste, promote creativity, and empower people who have experienced displacement or exploitation.

The project is based in the heart of Athens, where fashion meets social impact. You’ll join a small but passionate team that upcycles donated clothing into high-quality pieces designed and made by survivors of human trafficking, refugees, and other people facing marginalisation.

What is this project about?
Fast fashion has a devastating impact on both people and the planet. This project offers a powerful alternative. It helps reduce textile waste by reusing donated clothes and gives vulnerable individuals the chance to gain skills, confidence, and income through meaningful work in ethical production.

What will I be doing?
Volunteers are involved in all areas of the production and outreach process. No previous fashion experience is needed—just enthusiasm, teamwork, and a willingness to learn new skills.

Tasks include:

Helping to sort, disinfect, and prepare donated garments

Supporting with cutting, sewing, labelling, packaging, and quality control

Assisting with social media, event preparation, and marketing content

Taking part in community workshops and educational activities

Promoting circular fashion and raising awareness about ethical clothing

Why choose this project?
Contribute to a cause that combines sustainability with social justice
Gain experience in ethical fashion, production, and creative design
Work alongside inspirational people rebuilding their lives through art and craft
Explore a vibrant and historic European capital in your free time
Help shape the future of fashion—one upcycled garment at a time

This project is ideal for anyone with an interest in ethical fashion, human rights, or sustainable design. Whether you stay for four weeks or longer, you’ll leave with new skills, new friendships, and the knowledge that your time made a real impact.