Custom Collaborative

In celebration of Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, Amplify Her Foundation is continuing its 2024 Grantee Partner Spotlight, with organizations that are supporting WOMEN’S ENTREPRENEURSHIP. To learn more about Amplify Her Foundation grantee partner, Custom Collaborative's work to support no/low-income and immigrant women in the sustainable fashion industry, check out this video and visit their website: customcollaborative.org #amplifyherfoundation #ifshecanmakeithere #womensleadership #nycwomen #womenentrepreneurs

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I had the opportunity to meet with Custom Collaborative, who recently opened a 10,000-square-foot space in the heart of NYC’s Garment District! Custom Collaborative is an incredible NYC-based organization that trains, mentors, and advocates for no/low-income and immigrant women, equipping them with skills for economic success in sustainable fashion and beyond. We’re proud to have them here in District 3, and I’m looking forward to working together to connect more New Yorkers with opportunities in the fashion industry! Also, mark your calendars for “Lights, Camera, Action!” On December 12, Custom Collaborative presents Cohort 13’s graduation fashion show and pop-up boutique at 253 West 35th Street. Celebrate sustainable fashion, stunning creations, and glamour all night long! Reserve a spot: https://lnkd.in/e4wq7cRU

Join us for "Lights, Camera, Action!" - Cohort 13's Graduation Fashion Show & Pop-up Boutique! On December 12, 2024 at 6pm, Custom Collaborative's graduates will showcase stunning sustainable fashion on the Walk of Fame runway. Sponored by PVH and the Garment District Alliance, this red carpet graduation will be held at the CC studio located on 253 West 35th Street 2nd Floor, New York, NY. To experience the glamorous runway, indulge in holiday shopping, and celebrate our talented graduates, register below. We can't wait to see you there! Register Here: https://lnkd.in/eHT3b5uX?

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Congratulations to Toni Skidmore, one of Custom Collaborative's dedicated volunteers, for being named NY1 News’ New Yorker of the Week! Toni’s commitment to giving back and supporting others in their journeys reflects the heart of our mission to equip women from low-income and immigrant communities with the skills to achieve economic success in the sustainable fashion industry. We are so proud to have Toni as part of our community, helping to create positive change and a more inclusive fashion industry. Thank you Chelsea Katz for your thoughtful coverage of Custom Collaborative and Toni's work! You can support Custom Collaborative here: https://bit.ly/4dBBKNz Watch her incredible story featured on NY1: https://bit.ly/3BCCuEP #NewYorkeroftheWeek #CustomCollaborative #CustomCollab #FashionThatWorks #sustainablefashion? #sustainablity #fairtrade #ambitiouswomen #nyc #garmentdistrict? #greeneconomy #greenjobs #fashionrevolution #slowfashion

We are thrilled to share this new Forbes article by Joan Michelson, written after a powerful conversation at the UN SDG Media Zone. The discussion, hosted by the Fashion Impact Fund and moderated by Joan, explored how investing in women is key to driving sustainable fashion and building inclusive economies. One of the voices featured is Ngozi Okaro, Executive Director of Custom Collaborative, whose leadership is transforming fashion through women-led skills training that promotes education and sustainable development. Check out Joan’s article to see how leaders like Ngozi shape a better future through fashion. #CustomCollaborative #CustomCollab #FashionThatWorks #sustainablefashion? #sustainablity #fairtrade #ambitiouswomen #nyc #garmentdistrict? #greeneconomy #greenjobs #fashionrevolution #slowfashion

Custom Collaborative’s Executive Director, Ngozi Okaro, contributed to an important conversation on the impact of investing in women and fashion-led skills training. Thank you PVBLIC Foundation for hosting this event. Catch the full discussion here: https://lnkd.in/dXuG8idm #UNGA79 #SDGLive #SDGFashion ##CustomCollaborative #CustomCollab #FashionThatWorks #sustainablefashion? #sustainablity #fairtrade #ambitiouswomen #nyc #garmentdistrict? #greeneconomy #greenjobs #fashionrevolution #slowfashion

?? Livestream this morning at 9:50AM ?? We are thrilled to attend the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly! Join us as Custom Collaborative Founder and Director, Ngozi Okaro, speaks on the "Empowering Economies" panel, alongside other Fashion Impact Fund recipients for the SDG Media Zone discussion. This conversation, hosted by the Fashion Impact Fund, a program of PVBLIC Foundation, will spotlight the transformative potential of investing in women to build sustainable and inclusive economies. The discussion will highlight the vital role of women-led fashion skills training programs in advancing education, youth employment, and sustainable development for future generations. The panelists will share their successes and approaches, demonstrating how women are driving sustainable development in their communities, the fashion sector, and beyond. Tune in here: https://bit.ly/3BiFAhd #CustomCollaborative #fashionimpactfund #pvblic #CustomCollab #FashionThatWorks #sustainablefashion? #sustainablity #fairtrade #ambitiouswomen #nyc #garmentdistrict? #greeneconomy #greenjobs #fashionrevolution #slowfashion