FNFD ACTIVATIONS PROGRAM: POWERED BY BONDS

FNFD is continuing its strong partnership with Bonds Australia in 2024, with the announcement of the FNFD Activations Program: Powered by Bonds.

The Program was co-curated with the aim to provide ongoing support and additional access to knowledge and resources for First Nations Peoples and communities across the country. Delivered through a series of free in-person and online learning workshops, the Program cultivates sustainable growth opportunities and celebrates the rich stories and diversity of First Nations Peoples.

Workshops will explore themes surrounding fashion, culture and design, emphasising the value of two-way learning and exchange of knowledge for First Nations creatives and the wider creative industry. Participants will learn from the expertise of FNFD individuals such as artist and teacher Helena Loncaric as well as several experts from Bonds HQ across the areas of design, product development, merchandising & marketing.

WORKSHOP 2 - The Ideate Workshop (Sydney Based)

Wednesday 28 August 2024 at 6:00pm

BONDS Head Office - 59 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont NSW 2009

This workshop will give you opportunity to hear from the incredible design and product teams at BONDS and set you up with the basics to your own direction for your brand.

Presentations from: 

  • Renee Stuart – General Manager of Innovation with over 20 years of industry experience.
  • Charlotte O’Carrigan – Head Designer of Babywear, Kids Outerwear and Kids Underwear with over 10 years of industry experience across various product categories.
  • Elizabeth Brown – Bonds Merchandise Manager with 20 yrs+ industry experience launching products into the Apparel market.

Places are limited so participants must RSVP to hello@fnfd.org to secure your spot.

 

Workshops are for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants to come together in a culturally safe environment to learn and share.

The FNFD Activations Program: Powered by Bonds include nine workshops throughout 2024, announced monthly via FNFD social platforms and website.

Since joining forces in 2023, Bonds and First Nations Fashion & Design are proud to create inclusive and accessible spaces for emerging designers and creatives.

This series of workshops are in line with FNFD’s mission to promote ethical and sustainable avenues of growth, fostering partnerships with indigenous communities, and raising awareness about the contributions of First Nations Peoples to the fashion industry.