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Social Scooter Repurposing

'Brighter Future Workshop' Recycles Mobility Equipment, Provides Jobs

— February 29, 2012 — Social Good
Brighter Future Workshop is a social enterprise based in Lancashire, England that repurposes and resells used mobility equipment such as scooters and wheelchairs.

“They also give the opportunity for young, disadvantaged and disabled people to work with them to help recycle the equipment that is donated," the website explains.

They offer technical training to their employees, offering them the opportunity to learn, apply and be compensated for new skills while at the same time contributing to a service that benefits society and the environment.

Their missions, as described on their website, is “To create an awareness of the needs of people with a disability within Lancashire and to promote a positive image of people with disabilities.”

Contact Information
Brighter Future Workshop website
Brighter Future Workshop on Twitter
Brighter Future Workshop on Facebook
Trend Themes
1. Social Scooter Repurposing - Brighter Future Workshop repurposes and resells used mobility equipment, providing jobs for young, disadvantaged, and disabled individuals.
2. Technical Training for Employees - Brighter Future Workshop offers technical training to their employees, allowing them to learn new skills while contributing to a service that benefits society and the environment.
3. Promoting Awareness and Positive Image - Brighter Future Workshop aims to create awareness of the needs of people with disabilities in Lancashire and promote a positive image of people with disabilities.
Industry Implications
1. Social Enterprise - The social enterprise industry can explore opportunities in repurposing and reselling used mobility equipment while providing employment to disadvantaged individuals.
2. Training and Education - The training and education industry can explore collaborations with organizations like Brighter Future Workshop to offer technical training programs for individuals to learn new skills and contribute to societal benefits.
3. Disability and Inclusion - The disability and inclusion industry can find opportunities to promote awareness, create positive images, and support the needs of people with disabilities like Brighter Future Workshop does in Lancashire.
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