Sew On Period Care is a grassroots collective based in Dunedin, New Zealand.
Frustrated by commercial, plastic-laden, mainstream period products, one of their main goals is to educate people about healthier alternatives. The solutions for period care do not need to be bought but can be made inexpensively by sewing reusable pads ourselves. Sew On will encourage people to rethink their period management and consider starting their own sewing groups to make pads for their local communities.
Sew On wants to provide information to encourage as many people with periods as possible to switch to sustainable period options. They are in the process of setting up their Dunedin chapter and are looking for people who are passionate about their cause. Join a team that is working to make a difference in the world with both waste management and women’s health.
They are looking for several sewers to join their team and help in the making of period products for our community. You would be involved in a small group of sewers, to sort fabrics as well as cutting out and sewing materials. This is your chance to have a sewing group free of charge and make valuable items!
Equipment and materials are provided. There will be opportunities to support our environment and build knowledge about women’s health and menstruation.
Once Sew On are set up in Dunedin, there is a potential opportunity to work with chapters in other countries.
While they are looking for lots of sewers, they are also looking for one or two people who are good at pattern-making.
3 hours a week in a group setting - this term they are meeting Tuesday nights from 6 pm to 9 pm.
People who are interested can also book an appointment to learn about the pads and take some material home to cut out pieces which will then be sewn into pads.
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
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