Salif Tiendrébéogo left Burkina Faso in search of a better life. He spent five years travelling through seven countries. In the end, he lost all his money, his freedom, his migration status, and almost lost his life. In 2014, Salif left Burkina Faso for Niger, hoping to make his way to Europe to escape the grinding poverty […]| Ethical Fashion Initiative
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On July 23rd, we hosted an insightful workshop in Nairobi, Kenya, focused on unpacking key European Union regulations shaping the future of sustainable textiles. The Strategy looks at the entire lifecycle of textile products and proposes coordinated actions to change how we produce and consume textiles. Led by Beatrice Vaskyte, Sustainable Textiles Specialist at the […] The post Enhancing Export Readiness: the Ethical Fashion Initiative Hosts Workshop on EU Textile Regulations in Nairobi, K...| Ethical Fashion Initiative
Does a beautiful garment always reflect a beautiful process, one that respects both people and the planet? Before they touch our skin, clothes are worn with our eyes, and the first thing we see are colors. The fashion industry ranks as the second-largest consumer of water globally, and much of this consumption comes from a […]| Ethical Fashion Initiative
The Ethical Fashion Initiative creates and strengthens social enterprises in emerging economies to connect international brands in fashion, interiors and fine foods with talented local designers, artisans and micro-producers.| Ethical Fashion Initiative
The Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI) invites fashion designers, textile producers and fashion entrepreneurs to an in person workshop on EU regulations on Sustainable Textiles, hosted by EFI in Nairobi and led by Sustainable Textiles Specialist Beatrice Vaskytė. Join us to gain practical knowledge of the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles, including the Digital […] The post Workshop in Nairobi – Understanding EU regulations on Sustainable Textiles appeared first on Ethica...| Ethical Fashion Initiative
The International Trade Centre (ITC) is leading the next phase of the EU-ACP Business-Friendly Programme, with a focus on boosting small businesses and artisan communities in Burkina Faso and Benin. This initiative supports local value chains by promoting inclusive policies, encouraging investment, and building strong partnerships. The project is a continuation of the ACP 1 […] The post Launch of Phase 2 of the EU-ACP Business-friendly project – Strengthening artisanal value chains in Bur...| Ethical Fashion Initiative
Studio 4 organise deux masterclass à Abidjan, conçues pour accompagner les marques de mode ivoiriennes dans leur développement, leur visibilité et leur engagement durable. Rejoignez nous les 8 et 10 Juillet, de 17h à 20h, à Studio 4 – Atelier Ces ateliers pratiques s’adressent aux marques de mode, prêtes à structurer leur communication, renforcer leur […]| Ethical Fashion Initiative
Cultural significance of beadwork in Kenya The art of beadwork holds a place of deep cultural, social, and artistic significance in Kenya. Across the country, many communities including the Maasai, Samburu, Turkana, Pokot, Rendille, and Kikuyu tribes have practiced beadwork for generations. Each community has its own distinctive styles, patterns, and color combinations, all of […]| Ethical Fashion Initiative
Impact Report Download the full report The production for this collection was made in Cote d'Ivoire, with our social enterprise partner STUDIO 4 76% of the artisans were women A total of 17 artisans worked on this order, producing 172 ready-to-wear pieces 100% of proceeds support SDG 1,5,8 and 13 Artisans:STUDIO 4 Raw Materials used:LabelsButtonsCotton| Ethical Fashion Initiative - Not Charity, Just Work
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