Are you a gadget geek or a needlework nerd and good at repairing all kinds of household items? Then this could be the volunteering opportunity for you. Bournemouth Repair Cafe hold monthly afternoon repair sessions for FREE repair of textiles/clothes: jackets, jeans, electrical goods, bikes etc.
This is an opportunity to volunteer, extend your network and share your skills as well as learning new skills. Becoming part of the Repair Cafe community. We have connections to UK and Australian Repair Cafes.
Our last session this year (2024) will be held on Saturday 23rd November at Bournemouth Library 2:15 to 4:15.
2025 dates:
25th January, 22nd February, 22nd March, 26th April, 17th May, 28th June, 26th July, 23rd August, 27th September, 25th October, 22nd November.
We offer a participation certificate to students who volunteer - to help build their CV/Resume.
Benefits to self
use mending and maintenance skills
participation certificate to students who volunteer - to help build their CV/Resume
Benefits to others
extend the life of consumer goods, reduce landfill waste
change the mindset of ‘throwaway’ culture
use consumer goods in a sustainable and economical way
Location
Bournemouth Library
Training available
We offer a participation certificate to students who volunteer - to help build their CV/Resume.