Who we are? We are a Lisbon-based cultural and environmental association transforming textile waste into community-driven cultural experiences.
We create public programs, workshops, and collaborations that engage communities in sustainable practices while contributing to the cultural life of the city.

30+ events organised

2000+ participants engaged

500kg+ materials reused


We collaborate with municipalities, cultural institutions, and local organisations to develop impactful public programming.

WHAT WE DO?


What A Waste Association develops accessible cultural formats that connect sustainability with participation.

Workshops
Hands-on sessions focused on reuse, repair, and material experimentation.
Public Events
Community-driven activations that make sustainability social and visible.
Collaborations
Projects with cultural spaces and local organizations.

WHY IT MATTERS?

Textile waste is a growing environmental challenge, yet most solutions remain inaccessible or disconnected from everyday life. Our organisation addresses this gap by creating practical, engaging ways for communities to participate in change.

THIS IS NOT THEORY. THIS IS PARTICIPATION.
What A Waste Association contributes to the development of local cultural ecosystems by activating spaces, fostering community participation, and creating accessible public programming.

We work in alignment with:
  • cultural development goals
  • sustainability strategies
  • community engagement initiatives
SUPPORT US

Support enables us to expand access, develop new programs, and increase our impact.

  • fund workshops and storage for clothes (clothing racks, containers for a storage, sewing machines, materials and tools for sewing)
  • support community access and support of internship programs
  • scale initiatives
  • administrative needs and display materials
  • helping our partners
What A Waste Association contributes to the development of local cultural ecosystems by activating spaces, fostering community participation, and creating accessible public programming.

We work in alignment with:
  • cultural development goals
  • sustainability strategies
  • community engagement initiatives
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