The Recycle Monster: ‘Don’t Show it, throw it!’

08 & 09 May 2010

CDRSEE in partnership with the American College Thessaloniki (ACT), successfully undertook its first public event in Thessaloniki over the weekend of 08 and 09 May and organised in the city’s Artistotle Square an educational campaign titled "Recycle Monster: "Don't Throw it, Show it!". The project was implemented by CDRSEE staff and ACT students, and the community and student spirits were high as the recycle-oriented events took place over the whole weekend.

The event's fashion show  and artwork exhibited to the public the uses of recyclable materials in a creative and enjoyable way, drawing their attention to underdeveloped notions of sustainable development in the region.

The ‘recyclable’ artwork was created by public and private school students from the city, and drew well-deserved prizes in the categories of art, science and fashion for 3 age groups: Elementary School; High School; and University. Local Artist Sofia Libadoudi designed and created a whole livingroom made from recyclable materials giving spectators, food for thought! The clothing displayed in the fashion shows was the creation of artist Marena Zoppi, with the modeling of the recyclable apparel carried out by ACT students and volunteers, all done with notable style and exuberance! The sun soaked weekend was a great achievement in raising awareness, as well as an educational opportunity to involve the youth of Thessaloniki in creating something themselves, for themselves. 

The CDRSEE is grateful to everyone who helped (especially Yiannis Sompolos - ACT Alumni) and generously sponsored the event.