On this occasion, XSProjek collaborated with Ocean Kita, an institution dedicatOn this occasion, XSProjek collaborated with Ocean Kita, an institution dedicated to providing comprehensive, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to reduce waste and marine pollution in the Thousand Islands, by organizing a sewing workshop for the mothers of fishermen in the community.
This activity was held on Monday, November 18, 2024, at the Amiterdam Child-Friendly Integrated Public Space (RPTRA). The purpose of the event was to provide local mothers with creative skills that they could use to have a positive impact on both the environment and the community of the Thousand Islands.
This program is both excellent and innovative, empowering mothers and fishing communities in the Thousand Islands to become productive and learn how to create upcycled products from trash or otherwise unusable waste materials that can be transformed into items with market value,” said Ramli, Manager of XSProjek. Ramli also expressed hope that the program will continue sustainably, fostering greater environmental awareness and enabling the skills XSProjek has provided to inspire creativity and innovation among mothers in the Thousand Islands.
XSProjek teaches mothers sewing skills to create upcycled products from waste or unused plastic materials, transforming them into items with economic value.
Each upcycled product often has a unique story behind how the raw materials were sourced or transformed, adding significant value to each item created by the participants. XSProjek guides participants through each stage of the product-making process, from creating patterns and selecting materials to cutting and sewing. One of the women participating in the program said, ‘I hope this program continues so that more participants can learn how to make the products that XSProjek has introduced.
Many female fishermen in the Thousand Islands possess significant creative potential but have limited access to training and skills that could boost their income. Through this workshop, we aim to equip them with new skills that can be used to create valuable products and enhance their family’s well-being.