Posted by Lorenzo van Sichem
on June 14, 2022
The cheerful Loida from the Dominican Republic is a real lifesaver in the i-did workshop. She started in the sewing room and learned all about stitching and laser cutting. Besides her production work, she takes Dutch lessons, participates in coaching sessions, and learns from her colleagues.
It's no coincidence that her motto is to "learn from everything." According to Loida, that's the key to a bright future. In this i-did mini-doc, you follow participant Loida during a workday at i-did.
Video by: Diana Banasch Productions
i-did turns textiles into social impact
Every year in the Netherlands more than 200,000 tons of textiles are thrown away, including large quantities of workwear. At the same time, more than 400,000 people are on welfare, including refugees and those for whom access to work is not a given. They have few opportunities to discover and utilize their talents.
At i-did, we connect these two challenges: old textiles are given a second life and processed into products that truly matter. Products made by people who, at i-did, have the opportunity to gain experience and contribute meaningfully to society.
More and more companies are choosing i-did products, which means our social impact and reach are growing every year. this page We share insights, figures and examples of how clothing reuse and social impact come together.
