Apparel Impact Institute (Aii), Fashion for Good (FFG), Global Fashion Agenda (GFA), Fashion Makes Change (FMC), Responsible Business Coalition at Fordham University (RBC), Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC), Textile Exchange, Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action and ZDHC said they have been spurred by the vulnerabilities the global pandemic has highlighted.

In a statement, the NGOs said: “Collectively recognising the importance of setting an ambitious vision to drive change and action, the Fashion Conveners work to support common organisational agendas, avoid duplicative efforts, and holistically drive the industry’s progress along a journey of continuous and rapid improvement. While maintaining individual goals and independence, the organisations are aligning on key metrics, frameworks, performance standards, and their support for the delivery of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.”

They have committed to sharing knowledge, skills, data, research and networks, and will harness their know-how scale to act with companies, brands and strategic partners. They will provide resources, support each other’s policy efforts, and “accelerate the industry’s adoption of more sustainable and ultimately regenerative practices”.

Photo: Fashion for Good in Amsterdam. Credit: Presstigieux