ZHAW Sustainability Safari at Social Fabric
Explore how the non-profit organization Social Fabric is leading the way in bringing together social, environmental and financial sustainability through the use of upcycled textiles and community-focused initiatives.
Social Fabric is redefining the textile industry through its commitment to sustainability and social impact. By upcycling discarded textiles, they create high-quality products that reduce waste and lessen the environmental footprint of the fashion sector.
But Social Fabric's innovation goes beyond just the materials they use. Their unique approach to sustainability is deeply rooted in social inclusion, offering education and work integration programs to people from refugee backgrounds.
Located in Zurich, Social Fabric's atelier serves as both a production space and a learning environment. Here, participants gain valuable skills in textile production, empowering them to build a new future in Switzerland.
Since opening their doors in 2016, they have supported over 300 individuals on their path toward integration and inclusion.
About Social Fabric
Social Fabric is an independent atelier that combines local production and social integration under one roof. In Zurich, Social Fabric operates a textile production facility that implements individual sewing orders and launches its own sustainable products. The focus is on using materials in the most resource-efficient way possible.
They also host a community of textile enthusiasts in their community sewing studio. The studio and equipment can be used by various people and should lead to inspiring encounters.
As a social enterprise, they are committed to providing educational and employment opportunities for people with a refugee background, thereby combating inequality in society. As pioneers, they change perspectives by creating new realities. The team stands for diversity and talks about their work and vision in workshops and social talks.
The dual focus on ecological and social sustainability is always at the heart of their work in Zurich.
ZHAW Sustainability Safari
The Sustainability Safari provides insights into successful and sustainable start-ups and companies. We want to encourage you to develop and implement your own impact idea. The Sustainability Safari takes place within the framework of Impact Entrepreneurship, which is part of the ZHAW Sustainable Impact Program.
At a glance
- Date: 11 November 2024 at 6pm, lasts until 7 pm, followed by an apéro until 8 pm
- Who: Students and staff from all ZHAW departments. External persons are also welcome!
- The event will be conducted in English
- Registration deadline: 8 November 2024 (places are limited!)
ZHAW Sustainability Booster
Du hast eine nachhaltige Startup-Idee im Kopf? Im Sustainability Booster erfährst du, wie du ein Startup gründest und zum Erfolg führst – von Beginn an und mit professioneller Unterstützung.
Date
Start date: 11 November 2024, 06.00 pm
Location
Social Fabric Association, Eichstrasse 29, 8045 Zürich
Organizer
ZHAW sustainable