May is here, and with it comes a wave of opportunities in the fashion world. It's a time for growth, creativity, and seizing every chance to make your mark. From grants supporting up-and-coming talent to vibrant showcases of African fashion, there's something for everyone this month. Join us as we dive into the exciting opportunities April has in store, kicking off your journey into the world of fashion entrepreneurship.
Opportunities
1. African Fashion Night - May 25, 2024
Calling all designers! Showcase your brand at the next African Fashion Night on May 25, 2024. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an unforgettable event. Register now to secure your spot.
2. Merck Foundation Awards - 30th of September 2024
Calling all African fashion students and designers! Showcase your talent and make a difference by applying for the Merck Foundation Fashion Awards - More Than a Mother 2024. Submit your original sketches to submit@merck-foundation.com with the subject line 'Merck Foundation FASHION AWARDS More Than a Mother 2024’. Limited to African Fashion Students and Designers.
3. African Fashion Week Seattle - 11th May 2024
Calling all talented designers! Showcase your unique African-inspired fashion designs at the Annual Africa Fashion Week Seattle. Register now to be considered for this vibrant and diverse showcase of African fashion styles.
4. Fashion Education Scholarship Program (FESP) 2024 - May 6th, 2024,
The Fashion Law Institute's, which closes on the 12th of April is offering free legal consultations to designers and fashion professionals. Our mission is to provide tailored legal assistance to address the unique needs of the fashion industry. Each designer is paired with a volunteer attorney and an advanced student, offering expertise and support. If you're a designer seeking legal advice or an attorney willing to volunteer, contact us to learn more. Please note that spaces for consultations are limited, so don't miss out on this valuable opportunity.
5. The Real Leather, Leather Design Showcase 2024 - The deadline is the 7th of July 2024.
The Real Leather. Stay Different. Africa Talent Leather Design Showcase 2024 is back for its second year, celebrating Africa's top designers working with leather and natural materials. This event highlights emerging talent while promoting sustainability in fashion. Designers are invited to submit their creations online from March 20th to June 7th, 2024. The showcase, organized by Real Leather. Stay Different. and ALLPI, offers exposure and a chance to win prizes. The competition is open to designers and students from ALLPI's member states.
6. Africa's Young Fashion Leaders Fellowship - May 31st 2024
Calling all aspiring fashion scholars. Join CIAFE for the third edition of Africa's Young Fashion Leaders Fellowship. This transformative program offers hands-on training in academic publishing, empowering you to make a lasting impact in the fashion world. Apply now and take your research to new heights
Grants
1. The CIAFE African Fashion Research Fund (AFRF)
Introducing the CIAFE African Fashion Research Fund (AFRF)! We're offering micro-research grants to early-career researchers exploring African fashion and textiles. Grants range from $100 to $250 and cover research-related costs. If you're part of our African and Diaspora Fashion Research Network, apply now! Dive into topics like traditional textiles, contemporary trends, sustainability, and more.
2.Pierre-Antoine Vettorello Art, Fashion, Research and Reflections - Deadline is July 1st, 2024
The Yarn #2 is seeking contributions for its upcoming issue, "On Colonial Violence in Fashion Museums." This zine provides a platform for individuals impacted by or aware of colonial violence in fashion. Led by researcher Pierre-Antoine Vettorello, the initiative aims to shed light on overlooked experiences in fashion museology. The focus of this issue is on colonial violence evident in fashion museums, encompassing themes like colonial plunder, erasure of indigenous stories, and perpetuation of colonial knowledge systems. Contributors are invited to address topics such as the 'coloniality' of land, class distinctions, and the restitution of indigenous textiles.
Ready to seize the opportunities awaiting you this May? Whether you're a budding designer or a seasoned entrepreneur, there's a number of chances to explore. Join our community today and let's unlock the potential together.
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