Reuse Changemaker Bootcamp – Online Training | The Story of Stuff

May 12, 2025 May 20, 2025 PST

The Story of Stuff is still being written—and you have a role to play. Story of Stuff is inviting you to join Winning a Reusable Future: Changemaker Bootcamp—a three-part training series designed to help you build a better future rooted in reuse.

Whether you’re new to organizing or already leading efforts in your community, this bootcamp will help you:

  • Understand the plastics and waste crises.
  • Explore how reuse systems can transform communities.
  • Learn organizing skills to build local campaigns and drive change.
  • Connect with other Changemakers and become part of a growing movement.

Want to learn about why reuse is the answer to our waste crisis? Read more here.

This online training is divided into two sessions (modules), each 90 minutes long. There is an optional third module for leadership training that you can register for separately.

Module 1

Learn what’s broken in the system and why reuse is the key to turning off the tap of endless waste. We’ll dive into how reuse addresses climate change, health risks, environmental justice, and more—all while offering real, tangible solutions.

May 12 @ 4 PM PST

May 12 @ 6 PM PST

Module 2

Explore the building blocks of grassroots power. Discover how to recruit and engage others, influence public policy, and promote the benefits of reuse. This module gives you the tools to take action in your own community.

May 15 @ 4 PM PST

May 15 @ 6 PM PST

Module 3

Ready to go deeper? This session is for emerging leaders who want to launch or grow reuse campaigns. We’ll cover team-building, strategy, mentorship, and sustainable leadership practices to keep your work thriving.

May 20 @ 4 PM PST