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Addressing the second-hand textiles crisis
The second-hand textiles sector in the EU faces mounting challenges. Oversaturation of the market, rising operational costs, and the influx of low-quality fast fashion are threatening social enterprises, environmental sustainability, and inclusive job creation.
Circular economy / The environment
European Union
European Commission 2024-2029 : Austerity and competitiveness
We now know the list of European Commissioners put forward for the 2024-2029 term of office. It is no great surprise that the European Commission is heading in a worrying direction for the future of our activities and our values.
Tackling Poverty / Solidarity
European Union
Traceability: a strategic asset for Emmaus initiatives?
We met Elsa Delouche, Traceability and Reuse Officer at Emmaus France. Elsa supports groups towards establishing the traceability of donations.
Circular economy / The environment
European Union
A worrying shift to the right for the future of Europe and Emmaus
Within our movement, we firmly believe in a greener, more supportive and inclusive Europe. However, depending on the composition of future alliances between political groups, these choices may jeopardise our efforts to build a fairer society.