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Africa Climate & Creative Economy Forum - An Official Climate Week NYC Side Event Proposal

C Folawiyo
Lanre Da Silv Ajayi
Eki Kere
Emmy Kasbit
Tolu Wabaz
Yutee Ronee
Christi Brown
Fisayo Longe
Event by: Ejire Agency Africa
Event format
In-person
Event duration
Multiple days
Language
English
Create a flatform called "AFRICA CLIMATE & FASHION FORUM" where policymakers, investors, designers, climate leaders, corporations, and media all want to attend. Theme: "Fashioning Africa's Climate Future: Circular Economy, Innovation & Global Partnerships." and "Threads of Change: Where Climate Policy Meets African Fashion Innovation." Convener: Ejire Agency Africa;Connecting Governments, Investors, Fashion brands, Climate organizations, Technology companies, Manufacturers, Universities, NGOs, Diaspora leaders. The Experience: Create an immersive exhibition. 1. The Future of African Fashion Pavilion. Imagine walking through: West African cotton, Natural dyes, Circular textiles, Recycled fashion, Biomaterials, Luxury craftsmanship, Regenerative agriculture, African innovators. It becomes a living museum. 2. Circular Fashion Marketplace: Invite 30–50 African brands. Each tells the climate story behind its products. QR codes explain: Carbon reduction, Artisan impact, Materials, Supply chain, Communities supported. Visitors don't just shop—they learn. 3. Climate Innovation Lab - Bring startups working on: Textile recycling, AI for traceability, Digital product passports, Biodegradable fibers, Waste reduction, Water technology, Carbon accounting. This aligns directly with the Technology and AI theme. 4.