ITC – Artisanal excellence at Lineapelle Fair in Milan
For artisans in challenging and remote locations, global luxury brands can seem worlds away. The ITC Ethical Fashion Initiative connects artisans directly with international buyers. From 17 to 19 September, five talented African women showcased their talents at Italy’s most important leather goods trade event, the Lineapelle Fair in Milan.
La Conceria – EFI, la moda etica in cerca di collaborazioni a Lineapelle
Una vetrina internazionale per la moda etica. A Lineapelle 104 (17-19 settembre) è tornato ad esporre i suoi progetti tra gli stand di Fieramilano Rho il programma delle Nazioni Unite EFI – Ethical Fashion Initiative. Dopo l’esperienza in fiera nell’edizione di febbraio 2023, EFI ha presentato le sue iniziative in uno stand ampliato, esponendo nuovi materiali e con la possibilità di vedere all’opera alcune artigiane africane che hanno dato dimostrazione pratica del valore delle loro capacità manuali.
KBC – Italian Embassy, International Trade Centre unveil green, inclusive fashion project in Nairobi
The International Trade Centre’s (ITC) Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI) together with the Embassy of Italy and the Nairobi Regional Office of the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), launched a new 3-year project in Nairobi on Wednesday 17th April
2024.
AISE – EFI e AICS lanciano il progetto “Designing the Future. A Green and Inclusive Fashion Ecosystem” a Nairobi
Nella mattina di ieri, 17 aprile, la Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI) dell’International Trade Centre (ITC), insieme all’Ambasciata d’Italia e all’Ufficio Regionale di Nairobi dell’Agenzia Italiana per la Cooperazione allo Sviluppo (AICS), ha lanciato una nuova iniziativa triennale finanziata dal Governo italiano per promuovere la moda sostenibile e la creazione di nuovi posti di lavoro in Kenya.
9 Colonne – Cooperazione, moda sostenibile e nuovi posti di lavoro in Kenya
Nairobi – Ieri mattina, la Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI) dell’International Trade Centre (ITC), insieme all’Ambasciata d’Italia e all’Ufficio Regionale di Nairobi dell’Agenzia Italiana per la Cooperazione allo Sviluppo (AICS), hanno lanciato una nuova iniziativa triennale finanziata dal Governo italiano per promuovere la moda sostenibile e la creazione di nuovi posti di lavoro in Kenya.
BG Fashion – ‘The Status of European Fashion’ conference of the European Fashion Alliance shaped the future of European fashion
The first panel moderated by Simone Cipriani, UN Alliance for Sustainable Fashion, Founder Ethical Fashion Initiative, ITC focused on policy and featured Guy Morgan, Director of Sustainability at Chanel; Henrik Vibskov, fashion designer; Ruth Reichstein, Policy Coordinator at Cabinet von der Leyen, President of the European Commission; and Julia Aruni Kirschner, Director of Impact and Innovation at Armedangels. The discussion explored the intersection of EU sustainability policy and legislation for SMEs, including insights into the Green Deal, the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), digital passports, upcoming legislation and the international impact of EU decisions.
Scandinavian Mind – How the European Fashion Alliance will future-proof the industry
This is an opportunity for the industry to engage structurally with the European authorities to adopt, improve, and collaborate around the norms and the regulations of the Green Deal which is extremely important, Simone Cipriani, founder of the Ethical Fashion Initiative and chairperson of the UN Alliance for Sustainable Fashion, explains
Teknomers – Un nouveau guide de style durable offre un point de départ complet pour une consommation de mode plus consciente
Parmi les valeurs de durabilité à rechercher lors de l’achat de vêtements, la publication énumère, entre autres, l’économie et le discernement ; si une marque est dirigée par des femmes ou engagée en faveur de la diversité, de l’inclusion et de la représentation des voix autochtones ; s’il se concentre sur le climat, s’il est respectueux des animaux et s’il respecte les conditions de travail et leur donne de la dignité. Il est également fait référence à des organisations mondiales telles que Fashion for Good, le Slow Fashion Movement, le Global Fashion Exchange, l’Ethical Fashion Initiative, la Clean Clothes Campaign, Fashion Revolution, Remake, la Fair Wear Foundation et d’autres.
Today’s Chronic – At European level, the creative industries are mobilising to tackle sustainability issues
“Today, two players are engaged in this process of creating value: on the one hand, the European institutions with the Green Deal, and on the other, the creative industry with the efforts it is making towards sustainability. If both continue in this direction, the whole planet will benefit,” says Simone Cipriani, active within the United Nations Alliance for Sustainable Fashion and founder of the Ethical Fashion Initiative, recalling how “Europe is an oasis, where we are thinking about a future that is possible and dignified for all.”
Fashion Network – At European level, the creative industries are mobilising to tackle sustainability issues
“Today, two players are engaged in this process of creating value: on the one hand, the European institutions with the Green Deal, and on the other, the creative industry with the efforts it is making towards sustainability. If both continue in this direction, the whole planet will benefit,” says Simone Cipriani, active within the United Nations Alliance for Sustainable Fashion and founder of the Ethical Fashion Initiative, recalling how “Europe is an oasis, where we are thinking about a future that is possible and dignified for all.”
Fashion United – Neuer nachhaltiger Style Guide bietet umfassenden Ansatzpunkt für bewussteren Modekonsum
Außerdem wird auf globale Organisationen wie Fashion for Good, die Slow-Fashion-Bewegung, den Global Fashion Exchange, die Ethical Fashion Initiative, die Clean Clothes Campaign, Fashion Revolution, Remake, die Fair Wear Foundation und andere verwiesen.
Archyde – EFA Conference 2023: European Fashion Industry Unites for Sustainability and Regulation
“Today, two actors are engaged in this process of creating values, on the one hand the European institutions with the Green Deal, and on the other the creative industry with the effort it supports towards sustainability. If both continue in this direction, the whole planet will benefit”, believes Simone Cipriani, active within the United Nations Alliance for Sustainable Fashion and founder of the Ethical Fashion Initiative, recalling how “Europe is an oasis, where we think about a future that is possible and dignified for all.”
MISSION – Past LVMH finalist Lukhanyo Mdingi is creating a community of individuals through collaboration with skilled artisans
“Thankfully our label is now affiliated with the Ethical Fashion Initiative, which is an umbrella that’s part of the United Nations.”
Twyg Mag – With love and care from Burkina Faso
Based in Burkina Faso, CABES recognises the importance of social sustainability and aims to make a positive difference in the world. By focusing on providing meaningful work for community networks, especially those from marginalised groups in areas affected by climate change, insecurity, and migration, CABES contributes to social wellbeing and economic empowerment.
IFAD – IFAD and Lesotho partner to support small-scale producers increase the value of their wool and mohair
WaMCoP will use innovative approaches like partnering with Ethical Fashion Initiative, to help re-conceptualize the cottage industry in the country and establish sustainable market linkages for intermediary and finished wool and mohair products. This will not only help the national fashion industry but also build a Basotho brand for wool and mohair fibers.
Devdiscourse – IFAD and Lesotho sign new agreement to improve livelihoods of wool and mohair farmers
WaMCoP will use innovative approaches like partnering with Ethical Fashion Initiative, to help re-conceptualize the cottage industry in the country and establish sustainable market linkages for intermediary and finished wool and mohair products. This will not only help the national fashion industry but also build a Basotho brand for wool and mohair fibers.
Fiber2Fashion – IFAD & Lesotho partner to empower small-scale wool & mohair producers
To combat these issues, WaMCoP will introduce innovative approaches, including a partnership with the Ethical Fashion Initiative, to reinvigorate the cottage industry and establish sustainable market linkages. The project will also focus on implementing a responsible production certification system, adhering to global market standards and introducing traceability, thereby enhancing Lesotho’s global standing and market competitiveness, the release added.
Just Style – IFAD invests in $72m project to enhance Lesotho’s wool, mohair sector
WaMCoP aims to adopt innovative approaches, including collaborating with the Ethical Fashion Initiative, to “re-conceptualise” the cottage industry in Lesotho and establish sustainable market linkages for wool and mohair products. This not only aims to benefit the national fashion industry but also creates a distinct Basotho brand for these fibres.
MF Fashion – Assopellettieri punta a formare i giovani artigiani in Africa
L’associazione è al lavoro con Ethical fashion initiative per aprire in una scuola di Nairobi, in Kenya, una sezione dedicata all’insegnamento del mestiere conciario e della lingua italiana. Gli studenti più meritevoli potranno arrivare in Italia per proseguire il loro percorso. «Lo step successivo sarà quello di replicare l’idea in Costa d’Avorio», spiega a MFF il vicepresidente Riccardo Braccialini
Newsleftels – Everything the fashion industry needs to know about COP28
These included a collaboration with the Ellen
MacArthur Foundation, the development of digital passports and its
cooperation with the UN Ethical Fashion Initiative on defining ESG
specifics for the fashion industry as a whole, in order to ensure
comprehensive assessments.
Il Folgio – Agli ‘Stati generali della pelletteria’ confronto sul futuro
Ricca e partecipata, la tavola rotonda dedicata interamente alla formazione con la partecipazione di Simone Cipriani, fondatore e direttore di Ethical Fashion Initiative, un programma dell’ITC, agenzia delle Nazioni Unite e dell’OMC.
Cruciali i contributi di Riccardo Braccialini, vicepresidente di Assopellettieri, e Massimiliano Guerrini, Consulente Responsabile dell’Area Formazione di Assopellettieri.
Fashion Network – Stati Generali della Pelletteria: la quarta edizione si è svolta a Firenze
Ricca e partecipata, la tavola rotonda dedicata interamente alla formazione con la partecipazione di Simone Cipriani, fondatore e direttore di Ethical Fashion Initiative, un programma dell’ITC, agenzia delle Nazioni Unite e dell’OMC.
Cruciali i contributi di Riccardo Braccialini, vicepresidente di Assopellettieri, e Massimiliano Guerrini, Consulente Responsabile dell’Area Formazione di Assopellettieri. Entrambi i relatori hanno sottolineato l’importanza di modificare le modalità narrative del settore anche attraverso l’impiego di tecnologie di uso comune tra i giovani come la realtà aumentata e quella virtuale.
Fashion Network – Camera Moda: i vincitori dei Sustainable Fashion Awards
L’evento, promosso dalla Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana, in collaborazione con la Ethical Fashion Initiative (Efi) dell’Agenzia della Nazioni Unite Itc e la Ellen MacArthur Foundation, con il supporto del Comune di Milano, è stato presentato dall’attrice Sabrina Impacciatore e ha visto la partecipazione del gotha della moda mondiale.
Corriere Della Sera – Cnmi Sustainable Fashion Awards: tra i premiati Gucci, Versace e Manteco
urante l’evento, promosso dalla Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana, in collaborazione con la Ethical Fashion Initiative (Efi) dell’Agenzia della Nazioni Unite Itc e la Ellen MacArthur Foundation, sono stati dieci i riconoscimenti assegnati da una giuria internazionale, composta da 11 membri, tra i quali il presidente di Cnmi, Carlo Capasa.
Milano Luxury Life – CNMI Sustainable fashion awards 2023 celebra l’eccellenza nella moda sostenibile
L’industria della moda italiana ha compiuto un altro passo verso la sostenibilità domenica 24 settembre 2023, quando la Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (CNMI), in collaborazione con l’Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI) delle Nazioni Unite ITC e la Ellen MacArthur Foundation, con il supporto del Comune di Milano, ha ospitato i CNMI Sustainable Fashion Awards 2023.
FORBES – The Bicester Collection Celebrates Emerging Fashion Talent With CNMI Sustainable Fashion Awards
In collaboration with the United Nations Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI) and with support from the Municipality of Milan, Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (CNMI) organized a press conference today to pre-sent the 2023 CNMI Sustainable Fashion Awards ceremony to be held on 24 September at Milan’s Teatro alla Scala at the close of the Milano Fashion Week.Pictured here at the 2022 awards
The Spin Off- CNMI Sustainable Fashion Awards 2023 contest returns to Milan
The event, now in its sixth edition, is promoted by the National Chamber for Italian Fashion (CNMI), in collaboration with the United Nations Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI) and with the support of the City of Milan.
Pambianco News – Cnmi Sustainable Fashion Awards: a settembre l’evento della moda green
Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana, in collaborazione con la Ethical Fashion Initiative (Efi) delle Nazioni Unite e con il supporto del Comune di Milano, torna con la sesta edizione dei Cnmi Sustainable Fashion Awards, l’evento dedicato alla moda sostenibile in programma il 24 settembre presso il Teatro alla Scala di Milano.
La serata, organizzata come di consueto in chiusura di Milano Moda Donna, vedrà protagoniste importanti personalità del fashion system che si sono distinte per l’impegno dedicato alla sostenibilità – per visione, innovazione, impegno per l’artigianato, economia circolare, diritti umani, giustizia ambientale e biodiversità.
Fashion Network IT – CNMI Sustainable Fashion Awards 2023 a settembre alla Scala
La scelta dei vincitori anche per questa edizione ha visto il coinvolgimento di un Advisory Committee, composto da 25 associazioni e organizzazioni no-profit italiane e internazionali che si occupano di moda sostenibile, e di una Giuria internazionale composta da professionisti del settore.
Fashion Times – Stella McCartney Rafia Basket Bag: le borse da spiaggia realizzate in modo etico
Le artigiane sono le protagoniste della realizzazione di queste speciali borse in rafia: sono tessitrici di cesti Hadithi in Kenya, in collaborazione con l’Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI). Oggi l’EFI impiega in modo consapevole e redditizio oltre 1.000 persone, la maggior parte delle quali sono donne. Agli artigiani qualificati vengono garantite buone condizioni di lavoro che rispettano le leggi internazionali sul lavoro e i diritti umani.