We're exited to invite you to read our October newsletter. It features some fantastic #sustainability events happening this October that you won’t want to miss. Circular Economy Week2024 from ReLondon UK starts today, and includes more than 50 events, across a broad range of Circular economy topics. 🌎 PLUS, we’ve got a practical tip for International E-Waste Day… get those old cables ready for a decluttering session! You can read the newsletter now at the link below. 💚 https://lnkd.in/exDXQejD #sustainability #circulareconomy #recycle #reuse
Birdsong
Retail
B Corp Certified Social Enterprise. Winner of the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2022.
About us
Birdsong is a social enterprise fashion brand working with women facing barriers to employment, focusing on migrant and refugee women in Tower Hamlets. Since 2014 we have been creating garments in the most socially impactful and environmentally-friendly way possible and using our brand to implement positive change in the fashion industry. We're delighted, in April 2023 to launch our B2B offering, producing Birdsong-made merchandise for other businesses. We predominantly digitally print onto fully traceable organic cotton goods, but can also machine embroider and create custom items for your brand or event. You work hard to reflect your values. Get your merchandise to do the same. By partnering with Birdsong, you're partnering with an award-winning, B Corp accredited social enterprise and every single piece will support women facing barriers to employment in London.
- Industry
- Retail
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- London
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2014
- Specialties
- Gender Equality
Locations
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Primary
London, GB
Employees at Birdsong
Updates
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September is the month we can all work harder to be more sustainable. Our newsletter is packed with practical tips you can put into practice. https://lnkd.in/eYmUV7tB #sustainability #slowfashion #ecofriendly #recycle
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We wanted to take a moment to celebrate Tobi Oredein 🌟 At Birdsong, our mission has always been about creating a space where women can thrive, support one another and bring positive change to the world. That’s why we’re thrilled to support Black Ballad a celebration of Black female entrepreneurship, innovation, and sisterhood. 💪🏽✨ We believe in the power of community and the importance of lifting each other up, especially in spaces where voices need to be heard the most. The Black Ballad Weekender is more than an event—it's a powerful movement that showcases the resilience, creativity, and brilliance of Black women in business. We're really happy to amplify, support, and collaborate with Black female entrepreneurs who are shaping the future. Join us in celebrating and supporting these phenomenal women who are changing the game, one business at a time. 🤝🏾💛 #WomenSupportingWomen #FemaleEntrepreneurs #Allyship
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We're DELIGHTED to introduce Birdsong's first blog post, written by Sofia Giaconi Sofia is studying for a Master's in Science Communication for a better planet, at the University of Bristol. In her piece she talks about the urgent need for sustainable fashion, and her interest in beekeeping to help sustain biodiversity. Sofia represents a hopeful future for our planet, she's wise and she's multi-talented. Read her piece for a bit of Friday positivity and to feel inspired! https://lnkd.in/eADepqsS
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We love this inspirational piece from Sofia Giaconi. She is a masters student studying Science Communication for a better planet, at the University of Bristol Have a read...it will bring a bit of positivity to your day : https://lnkd.in/eADepqsS
Postgraduate Student at the University Of Bristol, studied Science Communication for a Better Planet and looking for opportunities in the sustainable fashion industry
I'm thrilled that Birdsong has published a short piece I wrote about my ongoing journey towards greater sustainability. As I am researching and learning more about the sustainable fashion industry and its impact on the environment for my Master, I'm grateful that businesses such as Birdsong are able and willing to allow me to speak on their platform about something that has become a major passion for me. ♻ 🌍 Read the post here! https://lnkd.in/eCFJgpCR
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We want to share our huge appreciation for the invaluable support that Remi Torrens has given Birdsong in recent months. Birdsong is pivoting to become a social enterprise business that helps connecting conscious shoppers with sustainable, ethical brands. THANK YOU Remi for all of your help! 🙏 Excited to see how Birdsong continues to develop and grow. #ethicalbusiness #sustainability #socialenterprise
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Birdsong reposted this
🗣️ “The effort needed by businesses to support people from lower-socio economic backgrounds is little, but the benefits are so great.” Our Group CEO, Shirine Khoury-Haq, spoke to Tunde Banjoko OBE on the latest episode of The Social Mobility Podcast 🎙️ Stream the full episode below ⬇️
Shirine Khoury-Haq - The Social Mobility Podcast
https://www.socialmobility.fm
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🌿 Meet Alicia Valdes: A Material Activist & Bio Designer 🌱 Introducing Alicia Valdes, a trailblazer in the world of textile and fashion design, dedicated to revolutionizing the industry with biomaterials. Currently immersed in her studies, Alicia is on a mission to reshape our Material World. Join us in celebrating Alicia Valdes and her transformative journey towards a more sustainable and revolutionary Material World! 💚👗 #MaterialActivist #BioDesign #SustainableFashion #AlgaeYarn #b2b #birdsongrecycle
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Meet Rosette Ale, CEO of Revival ldn, trailblazer in sustainable fashion since 2016. 💚 Fueled by a passion for style and environmental principles, Rosette launched Revival—an audacious brand that champions values as ardently as style. 🌿 Specializing in repurposing textile waste, Revival's limited edition capsule collections are crafted from reclaimed fabrics, sourced from local manufacturers' deadstock textiles. 🌟 Drawing inspiration from 90s R&B and Rosette's West African heritage, Revival brings a nostalgic yet distinct look to sustainable fashion. 💫 Outside of her brand Rosette has also launched collaborative projects with Ebay and Levi’s London. Rosette is a leader in the eco-fashion movement to a more stylish and sustainable world! 🌍✨ #SustainableFashion #EcoStyle #RevivalLDN