I guess I haven't introduced myself thoroughly- I am a fashion-lover. I am an avid blog-reader and online shopper. Fashion shows during New York Fashion Week give me a thrill like no other. Of course, I find these two visions quite conflicting (hence, the blog name!) How could I be so sucked into consumerism when I claim to care so much about the glaring poverty we face today?
I created this blog in an attempt to prove to myself (and others) that fashion CAN promote awareness for global issues, and not only that, but provide sustainable development efforts.
Here's my first step: the discovery of FFP, or Fashion Fights Poverty.
This non-profit was created by three founders, Michael Dumlao, Kadrieka Maiden, and Sylvie Luanghy (whose backgrounds and passions are alarmingly similar to mine). They wanted to answer these two questions:
"What is the role of the multi-billion dollar fashion industry in addressing global issues such as poverty, the environment and worker's empowerment?" and "Is it possible to be ethical about one's fashion choices without sacrificing style?"
I couldn't have phrased them any better. Through awareness workshops, an annual eco fashion charity, clothing swaps, auctions, and promotion of socially aware fashion brands, FFP continues to fight poverty around the globe.
My favorite initiative? Empowering and educating future artisans in impoverished countries by providing the resources they need.
Show your support!
Attend an event, follow them on twitter, be friends with them on myspace, and 'like' them on facebook
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