As the fashion industry increasingly recognizes the importance of nature and biodiversity to its supply chain, as well as reporting and disclosure requirements, it needs to engage Indigenous Peoples and local communities. Fashion currently lacks an industry-aligned approach to integrate Indigenous Peoples and local communities’ knowledge into climate, nature and biodiversity strategies, and this resource is intended to be the first step.
Through global consultations, surveys, and bilateral interviews, Conservation International developed a resource in partnership with Textile Exchange to help the fashion industry achieve meaningful and equitable action to help bridge this gap.
This resource serves as a starting point for meaningful engagement and cooperation. It recognizes the invaluable contributions of Indigenous Peoples and local communities to conservation, fashion creation, and textile innovation. Rather than rigid standards or policies, these principles offer a flexible framework that can be adapted to diverse contexts and needs.
