Our Purpose
- To conduct and promote research and development of future-proof and regenerative systems and processes in the field of design, fashion, textiles, and culture in a global context.
- To promote education through seminars, workshops, courses and quality training with children, young people, students and adults.
- To promote art and culture through the conception and implementation of exhibitions, readings, workshops, cultural events and publications. The association aims to contribute to the artistic and cultural development of a new concept of regenerative sustainability in society and in environmental movements.
Project Highlight
Fashion for Democracy: Design for Better Lives
Fashion For Democracy takes this creative, critical approach to positive change in fashion and culture through experimental, multi-disciplinary projects and collaborations. We bring together regional and global perspectives, to find common terms with which we may discuss a democratic future. The aim is to drive positive social, cultural, and environmental impacts by promoting sustainability and equity in fashion, from public access to fashion knowledge to practice, craft, and production. FFD is committed to measurable democratization, to ensure equal voting power and inclusive representation.
FFD involves international artists, designers, academics, and activists to reimagine creation and participation systems. The project team will bring together diverse stakeholders, conduct research, and design an action plan in new regional and multicultural alliances.
In collaboration with Hessen Design e.V. and Fehrenbach. Holistic Sustain.
Part of the World Design Capital® 2026.
Board
CHAIRWOMEN
Prof. Friederike von Wedel Parlow
Friederike Schwalbe
TREASURER
Theda von Wedel-Schunk