EPISODE · Dec 28, 2025 · 25 MIN
How ReLove Is Transforming Crisis Into Hope | Ren Fernando
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What if furniture destined for landfill could instead help women and children rebuild their lives after crisis? In this episode of Moments to Movements, host Luke Cook sits down with Ren Fernando, Co-Founder of ReLove—a charity transforming crisis into hope by helping women and children rebuild safe, dignified homes. Ren, an architect, artist and sustainability advocate, co-founded ReLove during COVID-19 alongside Ben Stammer. Today, their movement rescues high-quality furniture from going to waste and redistributes it to families leaving crisis refuges—combining environmental impact with life-changing social support. Ren’s remarkable journey has earned her recognition as a Snow Entrepreneur, AMP Tomorrow Maker (2022 & 2023), Marie Claire Eco Warrior finalist, NSW Local Woman of the Year (Maroubra), and a Westfield Local Hero. Her story showcases courage, creativity, and what happens when purpose meets action. ➤ How ReLove started during COVID ➤ The power of sustainability and social impact ➤ How furniture waste is turned into dignity and fresh beginnings ➤ Ren’s inspiring journey of purpose, resilience and innovation ➤ Why small actions can spark powerful movements for change 🌱 About ReLove ReLove provides essential home furnishings to people in crisis, allowing them to choose what they need to create safe and empowering homes. By blending sustainability with social impact, ReLove restores dignity, comfort and a sense of choice for those rebuilding their lives. Follow Cuppa.tv and join our Circle Community to stay in the know https://bit.ly/4pVwrPT Want to speak further with our guest? https://cuppa.pickmybrain.world/browse-our-brains Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cuppatv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cuppa.tv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/enjoycuppa.tv
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What if furniture destined for landfill could instead help women and children rebuild their lives after crisis? In this episode of Moments to Movements, host Luke Cook sits down with Ren Fernando, Co-Founder of ReLove—a charity transforming crisis into hope by helping women and children rebuild safe, dignified homes. Ren, an architect, artist and sustainability advocate, co-founded ReLove during COVID-19 alongside Ben Stammer. Today, their movement rescues high-quality furniture from going to waste and redistributes it to families leaving crisis refuges—combining environmental impact with life-changing social support. Ren’s remarkable journey has earned her recognition as a Snow Entrepreneur, AMP Tomorrow Maker (2022 & 2023), Marie Claire Eco Warrior finalist, NSW Local Woman of the Year (Maroubra), and a Westfield Local Hero. Her story showcases courage, creativity, and what happens when purpose meets action. ➤ How ReLove started during COVID ➤ The power of sustainability and social impact ➤ How furniture waste is turned into dignity and fresh beginnings ➤ Ren’s inspiring journey of purpose, resilience and innovation ➤ Why small actions can spark powerful movements for change 🌱 About ReLove ReLove provides essential home furnishings to people in crisis, allowing them to choose what they need to create safe and empowering homes. By blending sustainability with social impact, ReLove restores dignity, comfort and a sense of choice for those rebuilding their lives. Follow Cuppa.tv and join our Circle Community to stay in the know https://bit.ly/4pVwrPT Want to speak further with our guest? https://cuppa.pickmybrain.world/browse-our-brains Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cuppatv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cuppa.tv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/enjoycuppa.tv
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