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Transformers Foundation: Transformers ED
Description/achievement of initiative

The objective of Transformers ED is to provide consumers with the information they need to understand the best available environmentally sound products versus greenwashed and misleading products, as well as educate upcoming denim professionals, brands and retailers on how to transform their jeans into the best in class with high added value. As industry catalysts, we express our voice on industry threats and solutions through in-person and virtual seminars involving all members of the denim supply chain.

Implementation methodologies

Transformers ED is a global educational platform for students and consumers around the world. Through in-person and virtual seminars occurring two to four times a year, Transformers ED will develop educational series’ meant for students and consumers who wish to learn about the denim supply chain and understand the environmental impact at each step of production.

Arrangements for Capacity-Building and Technology Transfer

Transformers Foundation will discuss the targets with founders and partners, agree on actions and time frames, and hold regular follow-ups to expand Transformers ED into a global event platform. Transformers Foundation has strong partnerships with a number of universities across the globe to deliver education and further expand our reach and impact.

Coordination mechanisms/governance structure

Transformers Foundation is the event coordinator, and action plans are discussed and agreed upon through regular meetings and direct communication with partners involved. Transformers Foundation will develop topics in partnership with founding members of the Transformers Foundation. We make an evaluation of progress, achievements, and failures through data on attendees, schools, countries, and topics discussed.

Partner(s)

AMFI Denim Minor, Bowles Farming Company, Candiani Denim, Conscious Fashion Campaign, Cradle to Cradle, Denim Expert Ltd., Diamond Denim, Kingpins Show, Lenzing, Olah Inc., Product DNA & Respect Code, Prosperity Textiles, Ravensbourne University, Rudolf Group, Saitex International, Sundown Pastoral Company, Tonello, United Nations Office for Partnerships
Progress reports
Goal 4
4.3 - By 2030, ensure equal access for all women and men to affordable and quality technical, vocational and tertiary education, including university
Goal 13
13.3 - Improve education, awareness-raising and human and institutional capacity on climate change mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction and early warning
02/2022
Two to Four Transformers ED conferences
02/2022
Two to Four Panel Discussions on the SDG’s
02/2022
SDG collateral promoted at all events
02/2022
SDG collateral listed as a downloadable resource on www.transformersfoundation.org website
Staff / Technical expertise
The top experts in each area of the supply chain will give their technical expertise to students and consumers.
In-kind contribution
Top experts from the supply chain will voluntarily share their professional advice.

Basic information
Time-frame: 02/2021 - 02/2022
Partners
AMFI Denim Minor, Bowles Farming Company, Candiani Denim, Conscious Fashion Campaign, Cradle to Cradle, Denim Expert Ltd., Diamond Denim, Kingpins Show, Lenzing, Olah Inc., Product DNA & Respect Code, Prosperity Textiles, Ravensbourne University, Rudolf Group, Saitex International, Sundown Pastoral Company, Tonello, United Nations Office for Partnerships
Countries
Contact information
Ani Wells, Communications Lead, communications@transformersfoundation.org
United Nations