Emmaus Agir

Emmaüs A.G.I.R., part of the international Emmaüs movement founded by Abbé Pierre, began its journey with the opening of its historic thrift store "Frip'fouille" in Toulouse in 1998. The store has long provided socially excluded individuals a pathway to reintegration to the labour market. Emmaüs A.G.I.R. collects donations from individuals, primarily textiles but also objects, books, toys, jewellery, and small furniture. After sorting the items, those in good condition are sold in their shops, while damaged materials are responsibly recycled or disposed of. Through this model, Emmaüs A.G.I.R. combines social support with environmental sustainability.