How it works
The ETHICAL FASHION FORUM is the industry body dedicated to a sustainable future for fashion. A not for profit organisation, EFF aims to make it easy for fashion professionals to integrate sustainability at the heart of what they do.
Membership of the ETHICAL FASHION FORUM delivers support for fashion businesses towards sustainability through three programmes. Each programme includes several essential tools which members can take advantage of to succeed in ethical fashion business.
Connect
The creation of a collaborative movement
The Ethical Fashion Forum’s founding goal was to support and facilitate collaboration towards a sustainable future for fashion, across every industry sector.
Within this programme the EFF offers the following tools:
ETHICAL FASHION NETWORK
The worlds largest online community of fashion professionals dedicated to sustainability. The Ethical Fashion Network allows members to create a profile, promote what they do, connect and share information with thousands of industry leaders, press and buyers in over 100 countries. Network membership is free of charge.
ETHICAL FASHION NEWSLETTER
Our network newsletter compiles the most important news, events and opportunities around ethical fashion from across the globe - straight to your inbox.
ETHICAL FASHION CALENDAR
The Ethical Fashion Calendar is the official international calendar listing for the ethical fashion sector. Visit the calendar for regular updates on key dates for your diary around the world.
VISIT THE ETHICAL FASHION CALENDAR
PROMOTE YOUR EVENT BY JOINING THE ETHICAL FASHION NETWORK
ETHICAL FASHION SOCIALS
Ethical Fashion Socials take place all over the world and are an opportunity to connect in person with other network members and ethical fashion pioneers in your local area.
BECOME A NETWORK MEMBER and join or create a local group to connect with your local network
Source
Fashion business success without compromise
The Ethical Fashion SOURCE programme includes 4 tools. Together, these provide fashion professionals with sustainable business solutions. They will also transform livelihoods and opportunities for thousands of vulnerable individuals and communities in the fashion industry supply chains.
SOURCE DATABASE
The worlds most comprehensive ethical sourcing and business database for the fashion sector, the Source Database is the first port of call for buyers, press, consumers and businesses of all types seeking contacts in the ethical fashion sector. Including brand, retailer, supplier and professional directories. If you are in ethical fashion, you should be listed here.
BECOME A LISTED MEMBER to list your business.
SOURCE INTELLIGENCE
The worlds leading source of sustainable fashion business intelligence, from brand leaders and why they are succeeding, to pioneering suppliers, what buyers are buying and why, and market statistics, the Source Intelligence offers what you need to succeed in ethical fashion.
BECOME AN INFORMED MEMBER to subscribe to the SOURCE Intelligence
SOURCE BULLETINS
Targeted bulletins with valuable insider information. Subscribe to the MARKET, BUSINESS, or SOURCING Bulletins for free insights direct to your mailbox.
SOURCE EXPO
The only annual fashion industry trade show dedicated to ethical sourcing, the Source Expo showcases inspirational suppliers and manufacturers from all over the world in Central London, linking them directly with hundreds of designers, retailers and brands. Members get discounted access to the event, both as visitors and exhibitors.
Excel
Supporting and promoting excellence in Ethical Fashion
The EXCEL programme aims to offer the training and resources to support fashion businesses combining ethical and commercial goals towards success in both. It puts the spotlight on the businesses that are pioneering in ethical practices alongside great products- and encourage the best new creative minds to tackle sustainability challenges.
EXCELLENCE IN ETHICAL FASHION
A programme of seminars, masterclasses, online resources and tailored networking sessions, focused on supporting businesses to excel in both commercial and ethical terms. Members get discounted or preferential access to events and Informed members have access to all resources through the SOURCE Intelligence.
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT EXCELLENCE
INNOVATION COMPETITION
Showcasing inspirational new talent in fashion design and sustainability, this annual competition offers winners widespread press coverage, access to buyers and a presence at mainstream trade shows. Network members get regular updates on the programme.
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT INNOVATION
NEW ENTREPRENEURS
Designed for start ups and new fashion businesses, this website offers the key resources you need to get started in ethical fashion business, from business planning to pricing and marketing plan templates - all free of charge.
VISIT THE NEW ENTREPRENEURS WEBSITE
CONSULTANCY
The Ethical Fashion Consultancy (EFC) is wholly owned by the non-profit Ethical Fashion Forum (EFF). The EFC brings together the foremost experts in ethical fashion through its Consultants Pool and offers one to one support and a range of services tailored to the needs of your business. Members get discounted and preferential access to consultancy.
