Today, numerous items, including fashion, are obtained swiftly through the phenomenon of “fast fashion”. This mass-production model relies on inexpensive materials and labour to generate new collections quickly. Over the past three decades, clothing has become more affordable, with fashion brands escalating both online and offline production and purchasing. Unfortunately, this has led to a staggering 400% increase in clothing waste in the last 20 years, equivalent to a truckload of clothes entering landfills every second. Projections suggest that by 2030, more than 134 million tonnes of textiles will be discarded annually. Despite the industry's $3 trillion value, it ranks as the second-largest global contaminant, surpassed only by oil, primarily due to environmental neglect in the pursuit of profit. The manufacturing process exacerbates the problem, as fabrics are dyed using cheap and toxic substances, making the fashion industry the second-largest polluter of clean water, following agriculture. The prevalence of synthetic fibres, such as nylon and polyester, in over 60% of garments further compounds the issue, as these plastics leach into the environment during washing, contributing to microplastic pollution in oceans. The consequences extend to human health through seafood consumption. Moreover, the cultivation of cotton, comprising over 90% of GMO varieties, involves substantial water and chemical usage, resulting in 18% of global pesticide and 25% of insecticide utilization. These chemicals find their way into the bloodstream of individuals wearing these clothes, posing health risks. Leather production, with its extensive resource requirements and toxic tanning process, harms both the environment and workers' health, increasing the risk of cancer among tannery workers. The environmental impact of fast fashion is not limited to production; disposal is equally problematic. In the EU alone, 16 million tons of clothing are discarded annually, taking more than 80 years to break down in landfills or through incineration. Despite efforts to increase recycling, only 12% of clothing material globally is reused, contributing to the industry's significant carbon footprint, which currently constitutes 10% of the world's total. The demand for fashion in the EU exceeds its domestic supply, prompting substantial imports, particularly from Asia. Unfortunately, this exacerbates environmental and human rights issues, with textile workers, predominantly women, subjected to low wages, inadequate protection, and harsh conditions in countries like China, Bangladesh, and India. Child labour is another distressing aspect, with reports from UNICEF revealing unethical practices in recruiting young girls from impoverished areas. Promised fair wages, accommodations, meals, and educational opportunities, these children often find themselves in modern-day slavery conditions. Even in North Macedonia, textile workers face poor conditions, including low wages and unpaid overtime. In response to these challenges, various initiatives and policies, such as the RESYNTEX project, EU Ecolabel, Life Programme, and Green Deal, have been implemented by the EU. The waste directive, approved by the European Parliament in 2018, mandates the separation of textiles during collection by 2025. To address these issues, it is crucial for Europe, and society at large, to raise awareness about the environmental and social hazards posed by the fast fashion industry. Our project aimed to achieve this by educating young people about the industry's harmful effects, empowering them to make informed choices, and imparting practical skills for prolonging garment life. Moreover, it taught the participants about the relationship between human rights, the environment and health. The project's non-formal methods, including workshops and outdoor activities, provided a platform for youth participation and learning. It fostered intercultural dialogue, cultivated a European identity through multicultural collaboration, and shared perspectives, and dispelled stereotypes. The project also succeeded in developing key competences and soft skills in the participants, like teamwork, creativity, and diversity awareness as initially foreseen. The initiative supported European Youth Goals, empowering young people with knowledge and awareness for practical implementation. The project contributed globally by aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals.