We invite you to the Sustainable Winter Bazaar, a one-of-a-kind event focused on promoting a circular economy through eco-conscious fashion, the joy of reading, and sustainable practices with children’s toys.
This event creates an opportunity for the community to exchange gently used clothes, books, and toys in a friendly and sustainable way. By extending the life of these items, we help reduce waste and support a circular economy. The fashion industry, known for its high resource consumption, can become more sustainable through reuse. Similarly, books can continue to educate and inspire, while toys can bring joy and aid in children's development when shared with new owners.
During the bazaar, visitors can bring up to four clean, gently used clothing items (including shoes and accessories) and receive a voucher for each, which can be used as currency for the swap. The same voucher system also applies to books and toys, allowing participants to exchange them as well. A special face-painting corner will be available for children, and with relaxing music, free warm drinks, and treats, the bazaar will create a welcoming atmosphere and a unique opportunity for all generations to connect.
Despite the positive impact that swaps can have on reducing waste, they are often perceived simply as an opportunity to clear out well-preserved but less trendy clothing – as an alternative to donation, rather than a genuine alternative to buying new items or fast fashion. With the Sustainable Winter Bazaar, we want to change this mindset and show that swaps can be an exciting and meaningful way to shop sustainably.
The Sustainable Winter Bazaar is hosted as part of the Sustainable Transition of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH SuTra) programme, with the support of the City of Živinice. This event offers residents the chance to exchange clothes, books, and toys, fostering sustainability and waste reduction. Funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) in Bosnia and Herzegovina and implemented by the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), the BiH SuTra programme aims to enhance the country's capacity to implement environmental and sustainable transition policies at both the national and local levels. Its ultimate goal is to support BiH's sustainable transition and help meet the EU’s long-term sustainability targets.
The Sustainable Winter Bazaar unites the local community, offering quality items at no extra cost while raising awareness about the importance of reusing resources and environmental responsibility.
We invite you to join us, participate in this event, and support Živinice in promoting a sustainable way of life!