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Free Online Course on Sustainable Fashion Management by AUEB MSL Sponsored by Erasmus+ ΙΚΥ (State Scholarships Foundation) First Webinar begins Thursday 29 February 6pm CET (7pm Greek time) Join us here  Enroll here for your FREE online spot! Acquire new skills on how to : Identify emerging trends in industry transparency. Acquire brand standards on transparency within the industry. Foster circular economy principles within their organizations and along the value chain. Sign me up  A 3-month Educational Program   Welcome to a transformative journey in the world of fashion! Fashion Revolution Greece and Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB) are thrilled to announce the new educational program "TRAnsparency MAnager in the Fashion Industry". This course marks a significant stride towards promoting transparency and sustainability in the fashion industry. The programme will run for 3 months including a total of 6 webinars from educators and industry experts from Europe.  Sign me up!  Ένα Εκπαιδευτικό Πρόγραμμα 3 μηνών Καλώς ήρθατε σε ένα μεταμορφωτικό ταξίδι στον κόσμο της μόδας! Η Fashion Revolution Ελλάδας και το Οικονομικό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών (ΟΠΑ) με χαρά σας ανακοινώνουν το νέο εκπαιδευτικό πρόγραμμα "TRAnsparency MAnager in the Fashion Industry". Η πρωτοβουλία αυτή σηματοδοτεί ένα σημαντικό βήμα προς την προώθηση της διαφάνειας και της βιωσιμότητας στη βιομηχανία της μόδας. Το πρόγραμμα θα διαρκέσει 3 μήνες και θα περιλαμβάνει συνολικά 6 διαδικτυακά σεμινάρια από εκπαιδευτικούς και εμπειρογνώμονες του κλάδου από την Ευρώπη. But...why attend TRAMA?  ​This project emerges as a critical response to the increasing demands for ethical practices within the global fashion industry. Recognizing the pressing need for professionals who can navigate the complexities of sustainability and transparency in fashion, this project establishes a comprehensive job profile and curriculum for a Transparency Manager. The role is designed to spearhead efforts in ensuring sustainable and ethical practices across the fashion value chain.  Οκέι, αλλά γιατί να συμμετέχω στο TRAMA;  Αυτό το έργο αποσκοπεί να δώσει μια κριτική απάντηση στις αυξανόμενες απαιτήσεις για ηθικές πρακτικές στην παγκόσμια βιομηχανία της μόδας. Αναγνωρίζοντας την πιεστική ανάγκη για επαγγελματίες που μπορούν να περιηγηθούν στην πολυπλοκότητα της βιωσιμότητας και της διαφάνειας στη μόδα, το έργο αυτό επιδιώκει να δημιουργήσει ένα ολοκληρωμένο επαγγελματικό προφίλ και πρόγραμμα σπουδών για έναν Transparency Manager. Ο ρόλος έχει σχεδιαστεί για να ηγηθεί των προσπαθειών διασφάλισης βιώσιμων και ηθικών πρακτικών σε ολόκληρη την αλυσίδα αξίας της μόδας. 10 Modules with different learning outcomes: Module 1: Understanding Fashion Supply Chain  Module 2 & 3 : Fashion Supply Chain Stages  Learning outcomes: Comprehensively learning about the various stages of a fashion supply chain, including sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution. Being able to identify current trends and predict future innovations in the sector.  ​ Module 4: Introduction to Fashion Supply Chain Transparency Learning outcomes: Understanding the importance of sustainability and transparency within the fashion industry, and learning the tools to achieve it.  ​Module 5: Developing and Implementing Fashion Transparency Practices Learning outcomes: Developing and implementing sustainability and transparency practices, including the use of tools such as audits, certifications, and traceability systems. ​Module 6: Data management for Fashion Supply Chain Transparency Learning outcomes: Learning how to collect, analyse, and report on data and information related to supply chain transparency, including sustainability metrics and performance indicators. ​​ ​ Module 7: Continuous Improvement in Fashion Transparency and Sustainability Learning outcomes: Developing processes for continuous improvement in supply chain transparency and sustainability, including setting goals and measuring progress. Module 8: The Risks and Challenges of Fashion Supply Chain Transparency Learning outcomes: Identifying and managing risks and challenges related to supply chain transparency, such as human rights violations and environmental impacts. Understanding the legal and regulatory trends and eventual requirements related to supply chain sustainability. Module 9: Transparency Communications in the Fashion Industry Learning outcomes: Understanding how to effectively communicate transparency efforts to internal and external stakeholders, including customers, investors, and NGOs. Module 10: Collaboration and Networking: Building Relationships for Fashion Transparency Learning outcomes:​ Building relationships and networking with other organisations and industry groups to share knowledge and best practices. What should one expect to acquire from such a program? - Develop a comprehensive understanding of the fashion value chain, focusing on areas critical to fostering sustainability and ethics. - Identify and disseminate best practices in sustainable and ethical fashion, highlighting successful case studies. - Address the skills gap by outlining the necessary competencies for a Transparency Manager, ensuring they can effectively lead and implement change within the industry. - Align with the European Qualification Framework (EQF) to ensure a standardized, high-quality education that is transferable and recognized across the EU. - Contribute to reducing unemployment and raising industry standards by training professionals capable of steering the fashion industry towards more sustainable practices in lign with the Fashion Transparency Index indicators. A brief description of our partners' vision and actions in the industry  Important info before applying:  Certification Process ​ Upon completion of all webinars and submission of the assignment, participants will be eligible to acquire the certification from Athens University of Economics and Business Management Science Lab.   Assessment Methodology ​ Participants will be evaluated based on attendance and a written assignment, testing their theoretical knowledge. The assignment will require the implementation of the taught modules on a real case example of a company.     Enroll here for your FREE online spot! FASHION SUPPLY CHAIN AND INDIA: Case Study India alone produces 25% of the world’s cotton, sustaining the livelihoods of 5.8 million farmers, the majority of whom are small-scale farmers cultivating land less than 2 hectares in size. In India’s textile industry, nearly 60% of all raw materials are made up of cotton. The textile industry also makes up about 7% of the industrial output and contributes about 12% to the country’s export earnings (Fashion Revolution, 2023, online). Cotton, often referred to as "white gold," serves as a fundamental raw material for India's vibrant textile and garment industry. However, growing cotton on such a large scale and for such a cheap price is bringing several challenges and negative consequences on both farmers and their environments. Many farmers find themselves trapped in a cycle of debt due to factors beyond their control such as an increase of unpredictable weather patterns. When crops fail, debts accumulate, leading to financial ruin and a sense of hopelessness. More than 250,000 cotton farmer suicides have been recorded in India over the last 16 years in the largest wave of suicides in history (Fairtrade, 2023, online). Pest infestations, particularly by the pink bollworm, pose a persistent threat to cotton crops in India. These pests damage the cotton fibres, leading to reduced yields and lower-quality cotton. Using pesticides pollutes the soil and consequently pollutes the natural water systems but also makes the soil less fertile for future cultivation . Cotton demands substantial water resources, making it vulnerable to water scarcity, a challenge amplified by erratic rainfall patterns due to climate change. Cotton farming also requires intensive manual labour, especially during critical phases like planting and harvesting. However, salaries below living minimum wage discourages the workforce, leading to reduced productivity and perpetuating economic inequalities (EMAF, 2023). Επικοινωνήστε μαζί μας... Our mailing address is: greece@fashionrevolution.org Fashion Revolution Greece Research Center of Sustainable Fashion Athens University of Economics & Business. Troias 2, Athens, 11362 Copyright © 2022 LIST: Fashion Revolution, All rights reserved.