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In a world increasingly driven by technology, speed, and efficiency, it's easy to lose sight of something that connects us all—our shared environment. As professionals, creatives, and entrepreneurs, it’s our responsibility to harness our talents and skills for a greater cause: sustainability. We’ve always believed that creativity and sustainability go hand in hand. Whether you're an artist, designer, fashion enthusiast, architect, or working in any creative field, we all have the power to influence and shape the future for the better. The fusion of creativity and eco-consciousness allows us to reimagine what’s possible, paving the way for innovative solutions that benefit both people and the planet. The upcoming Sustainable Creative Art: Inspiration from Nature (SCIN) Conference is a great platform to explore this dialogue. This conference brings together leading voices in fashion, arts, and design who are committed to making a difference. It’s not just about learning—it’s about connecting with like-minded people who want to transform their industries and inspire others to think creatively about sustainability. Why does this matter? Because our choices today will define the future of generations to come. We are at a critical turning point. The fashion industry alone is responsible for significant waste, yet it also has an incredible opportunity to lead the charge in reducing environmental impact through sustainable practices. The same goes for other creative fields. We encourage everyone—whether you're directly in the creative field or just someone who cares deeply about our planet—to get involved, stay curious, and keep pushing boundaries. Sustainable solutions are not only achievable but also necessary. Check out the Guidelines for Writing an Abstract and Full Article for The Sustainable Creative Art Conference here: https://lnkd.in/gBwQhsEb #sustainability #creative #ecofriendly #ArtMeetsNature #Innovators #designforthefuture #environment #GreenSolutions

Gain an understanding of the links between fashion and society through a range of perspectives on our free online course Fashion Values: Society. Fashion and society are deeply intertwined through everyday actions, behaviours and business models, and can be both empowering and exploitative. 📌 Let’s instead use design thinking to develop fashion activities and behaviours that contribute to social justice. 👉 By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to... 💡 Identify social injustice in fashion from intersectional perspectives. 💡 Explore ideas of power and change. 💡 Engage with historical and contemporary fashion activism that challenges social injustice in fashion. 💡 Practice design thinking to develop, prototype, evaluate and communicate fashion activism that can challenge social injustice. ❓ Who can take part? Anyone can take part in our courses! They are designed for everyone to build your knowledge and capabilities, no matter your skill level, career stage or industry background. ❓ When can I take part? You can start studying today! With just 3 hours of weekly study across the 4 weeks suggested, our courses allow you to learn at your own pace. ❓ How can I join? 🔗 Join this course via this link: https://lnkd.in/deuxDnnb Image Credit: Alisa Ruzavina’s Love Bomb collection at University of the Arts London’s Climate Emergency Network Parade for Climate Justice photographed by Ana Blumenkron, 2021 #FashionValues #FashionValuesSociety #SustainableFashion #SustainableDesign #FreeOnlineCourse #FreeFashionCourse #FreeSustainabilityCourse #CSF #LCF #CentreForSustainableFashion #LondonCollegeOfFashion #FashionEducation #SustainabilityEducation

New to draping on bias? Start here. No complex tricks; just the basics. How grains affect drape and give. Why sustainable designers don't like cutting on bias and how you can get around that. What even is bias and how do you find it? https://lnkd.in/gwJN49vc #fashiondesign

At Bloom Magazine, we’re all about making a positive impact on the environment. Our sustainability journey speaks volumes about our commitment. While we’re excited about the upcoming hard copies of our latest edition, we suggest you check out both the latest and previous editions digitally for an eco-friendly experience.✨ Sure, flipping through a freshly printed magazine is great, but going digital has its perks. Opting for digital versions helps cut down on paper usage, reduces waste, and lowers the carbon footprint.✨ Our content is timeless, filled with inspiring stories, insightful articles, and captivating visuals in previous editions. Accessing our digital editions is super easy – just a click away!✨ Whether you’re on your computer, tablet, or smartphone, you can conveniently dive into Bloom Magazine’s archive and enjoy our latest and past editions.✨ Read the latest and previous editions at www.justbloomco.com!✨💻📱 We’re all in for delivering content that resonates with your interests and values. Stay connected, explore our editions digitally, and thanks for being part of the Bloom Magazine journey, where sustainability meets style, and conscious choices leave a lasting impression! ✨🌿#bloommagazine #sustainability #digitalreading #greenliving #fledition #caedition #gaedition #workerscompensation #digitalmagazine 

What's paper to me? Something special about reading a newspaper while enjoying a sip of coffee. 📰☕️ The rustle of the pages, the scent of ink – a tangible connection to the world and current events that digital just can't replicate. Let's cherish and preserve this traditional form of reading and staying informed! Paper. Because it's real. Want to read more about this sustainable medium we at UPM Communication Papers are comitted to? ➡️https://lnkd.in/eyNbgcTT #paperbecauseitsreal

Incredible insights from Jobs on the value of careful execution vs the "idea" that applies to business and academic research. We must explicitly acknowledge the value of careful execution; it is crucial to quality and research integrity. The research idea is unambiguously important, but we cannot denigrate the craftmanship involved when dealing with complex tasks/data. We cannot forget that 000s of difficult decisions and turns have shaped our work into something new and better. https://lnkd.in/etKp5s-s

How to design as if humans, society and the environment mattered.

Yesterday, Drew Endy and I discussed the power of stories to embody narratives of the future in our Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford ( d.school ) Inventing the Future class. We've long known the power of storytelling to communicate complex issues. When done well, stories connect us at a human level, they allow us to envision new possibilities by marrying content and emotion to make ideas more memorable and meaningful. We did an "A/B" experience on this by watching two versions of the solarpunk-themed "Dear Alice" video about how technology might enable more positive ecological futures. One version was a "de-commodified" narrative and one with commercial overlay. The discussion that followed with students was fascinating. Some important take aways: The stories we share matters. Who tells the story matters. Who's included in those future stories matters. How we share those stories matters. And, our ability to be active, discerning listeners matters. [As our amazing colleague Ahmed Best likes to remind us: "Don't let people future all over you."] This was a particularly fun class to have just before the Super Bowl this weekend -- the highest stakes moment for commercial narratives. Let's see what new narratives unfold!

"Ever wondered why research design is a big deal? 🤔 Here's the scoop: 1. Clear Goals: It helps you know what you're after. 2. Trustworthy Results: Keeps your findings solid and reliable. 3. Control Freak (in a good way): Lets you manage variables for better insights. 4. Smart Resource Use: Makes sure you get the most bang for your buck. 5. Not Just a One-Hit Wonder: Your findings can have a broader impact. 6. Play Nice: Keeps things ethical and fair. Cheers to the unsung hero of research! 🎉 What's your take on research design? #Research101 #SimpleScience"

To be well published