HAPPENINGS AT NICEorg
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Building Brand India by Catalyzing Cultural Entrepreneurship
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As August?begins, we are excited to share updates about the programs and outreach efforts conducted during the past month of July?2024. We want to express our gratitude for your ongoing support on our NICE journey. Stay tuned for updates on what's happening in the NICE community!
Here is a monthly round-up of July?2024 at NICEorg
HAPPENINGS AT NICE IN JULY?2024!
Highlights of NICESamanvay on NICEorg's webpage are now live! ?
NICESamanvay, India's first cultural entrepreneurship summit, organised on the 29th and 30th of June at the Bangalore International Centre by NICEorg, had over 400 participants, 45 speakers, 20 exhibits and a lot more. We are excited to announce that you can now find details of the mentioned and more on our web page - NICESamanvay 2024 ! We encourage you to have a look at the page to relive the days of the summit if you attended, or live the days through these details if you couldn't participate in!?
NICE Stories
Chittam – Cultivating Cultural Pride Through Playful Learning
In a world where cultural identities are often overshadowed by globalization,?Charanya ?has created a beacon of cultural pride with?Chittam . This innovative company is dedicated to making Indian culture accessible and engaging for children through gamified educational experiences. Chittam’s product range is as diverse as its team. Some of their best-selling products include???(R)???? Talks , a board game that teaches Tamil proverbs through engaging play, and?Neivedya , a series of puzzles, activities and stories that introduce children to the concept of offering food to the Lord then accepting it as His gracious offering. These products not only entertain but also educate, helping children connect with their cultural heritage meaningfully.
Read the entire story here:?https://niceorg.in/blog/nicestories-chittam-cultivating-cultural-pride-through-playful-learning/
ENTERPRISE UPDATES
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Shobitam announces the acquisition of IsadoraLife, the largest player in the ready-to-wear saree market. Aims to take the saree global!
Shobitam , a global leader in D2C ethnic fashion and one of the fastest growing in the industry, proudly announces its strategic acquisition of?Isadoralife , a trailblazer in the ready-to-wear saree market and the largest brand in this space – to make India’s Sarees accessible for all including Gen Z’s and everyone globally!? This strategic acquisition brings together two women-led startups, where their deep passion for ethnic fashion unites two amazing entrepreneurs — Aparna Thyagarajan (Co-founder of Shobitam) with a deep IT background from Microsoft, and Neha Tandon Sharma , (Founder of IsadoraLife), a seasoned investment banker of 10 years, to revolutionise the saree industry together across India and the global markets.
Congratulations to Qaushey Handlooms ?and founder, Jaspreet Singh , on being added?to the prestigious One District One Product (ODOP) initiative! In a step to build Brand India, it is notable for being recognized alongside renowned brands such as Fabindia, Amrapali and Forest Essentials through ODOP. ODOP is a transformative program that aims to promote traditional crafts and artisans by focusing on "one product per district". This not only boosts their market reach but also drives economic growth. By protecting our cultural heritage and creating sustainable livelihoods, ODOP has made a notable impact on artisans across India. The ODOP products are also displayed at numerous trade shows and exhibitions across the globe opening the market opportunities for our local artisans/ weavers and producer groups.
We would like to wish our enterprise, Consciouss Souk by Our Better Planet , the very best for their upcoming curated exhibitions in Pune, Delhi, Chennai and Bengaluru. We encourage fellow enterprises to participate and enthusiasts to attend the exhibitions and show their support to those working on our common mission of building Brand India!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Join ArtX for CultureCon 2024 —a creative sector conference—that returns for the first time since 2020. Discussions, presentations, masterclasses and more that strike right at the heart of festivals, events, and the creative economy. Set in the exciting new cultural venue, Museum of Solutions, Lower Parel, of Mumbai, CultureCon aims to unite and inspire a diverse community of students, professionals, sector leaders and enthusiasts from across disciplines such as events, art, film and design. Event Details:
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NICE CELEBRATES NATIONAL HANDLOOM DAY!
As we mark the 10th National Handloom Day, NICEorg proudly supports cultural entrepreneurs who work alongside artisans and weavers to preserve India’s rich handloom traditions. Handlooms have been an integral part of our culture for centuries, preserving traditional craftsmanship and promoting sustainable fashion. As we celebrate this day, we will showcase the remarkable work of cultural enterprises, artisans, and weavers who are breathing new life into handlooms on our Instagram @niceorg.in . Their fresh perspectives and innovative approaches not only keep traditional crafts alive but also promote sustainability and ethical production. Our mission is to empower these entrepreneurs and artisans, helping them to preserve craftsmanship and build 'Brand India' on the global stage. Together, let’s celebrate the artistry, sustainability, and entrepreneurial spirit that define handlooms!
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