This is a part of our ongoing series on the TLC Evolution of 2021. See our previous post here.
Building Capacity and Taking Action
We’ve been listening to your feedback! As outlined in our previous post, we’ve refined our approach based on feedback we have received from our trusted industry network. We are in a unique position, building off of the results of the 2019 textile collaborative, which defined clear strategic leverage points. We are excited to announce our new programming, designed to address key pain points of the industry, while taking tangible action on our leverage points.
Redefining the Lab
We believe in taking an iterative approach towards innovation, building on learnings as we go. Therefore, we have modified the traditional social lab approach to take action more efficiently. Our refined programs are all working towards the same vision, but breaking the process into smaller steps to cater to specific industry needs. Organizations can choose to participate in one or all of our programs, and will be able to see how their involvement has moved the dial towards circularity.
Our New Offerings
Workshop series: Building Your Circular Strategy (Oct - Nov 2021)
We have heard a clear need for capacity building in the industry. Businesses need internal strategic direction towards circularity before they can commit to collaborative efforts. This important foundational work contributes to our vision of making circular business models mainstream.
In Fall 2021, the Textile Lab for Circularity is hosting a four-part workshop to help BC textile and apparel organizations develop circular strategies for resilience in a changing world. Using the science-based Framework for Strategic Sustainable Development (FSSD) we will help organizations understand their baseline, set their vision, and create a roadmap to take immediate action on what matters. Peer review throughout offers feedback along with opportunities for internal work to feed into collective action. By the end participants will have a clear vision, and a custom plan for embedding circularity into their business models.
Beyond a readiness for individual action, participants will be prepared to take a leadership role in collaborative solutions. The workshop series is designed to feed into our 2022 Working Groups.
Working Groups (Early 2022)
In 2022, the TLC will convene 3-4 defined working groups, with an overarching focus on the 4 R’s of the Circular Textiles Economy; Reuse, Repair, Redesign and Recycling. The goal of these working groups is to convene folks across the textile life cycle to scale impact of existing projects, diffuse learnings and push forward innovation towards our shared leverage points. Stay tuned for more information coming soon!
How to Engage
Subscribe to our newsletter, and watch out for our workshop waitlist opening soon to get access to our early bird perks.
Other things to look out for this Fall
This Fall is an exciting time for the circular economy! Check out these events coming up: