Archive · 14 Nov 2025
Woxsen University Hosts International Conference on Fashion and Social Change
Imagine a big meeting where smart people from all over the world talked about clothes and how they can help make the world a better place.
This meeting, called the Fashion for Social Change conference, happened at Woxsen University.
People shared ideas about how fashion can help protect our planet, keep old traditions alive, and use new technology like AI.
They discussed making clothes in ways that are kind to the environment and fair to the people who make them.
Some talks were about using art and design to solve problems and empower communities.
The goal is to show that fashion is more than just looking good; it can be a powerful tool for positive change in society.
Woxsen University hosted the International Conference on Fashion as a Tool for Social Change (FTSC 2025) on November 10-11, 2025.
The conference theme was 'Innovating the Present, Preserving the Future', exploring fashion's role in social change.
It brought together scholars, designers, and students to discuss themes like cultural sustainability, circular economy, and ethical design.
The event featured keynotes from international experts and industry insights on artisan empowerment and sustainable sourcing.
FTSC 2025 emphasized fashion's potential to drive societal transformation through responsible design, cultural continuity, and technological innovation.
- Who
- Woxsen University, its School of Arts & Design, national and international scholars, designers, entrepreneurs, artisans, and students.
- What
- The third edition of the International Conference on Fashion as a Tool for Social Change (FTSC 2025), focusing on 'Innovating the Present, Preserving the Future'.
- When
- November 10-11, 2025
- Where
- Woxsen University, Hyderabad, India
- Why
- To explore how fashion can be a transformative force for social awareness, cultural preservation, environmental responsibility, and social innovation, showcasing the convergence of technology and tradition.
Conference Focus
Fashion Industry Realities
Fashion's Role
Conference Focus
The conference emphasizes fashion as a transformative force for social awareness, cultural preservation, and environmental responsibility, driven by ethical design and technological innovation.
Fashion Industry Realities
While the conference highlights fashion's potential for good, the actual fashion industry faces challenges in implementing sustainable and ethical practices across its global supply chains.
Technology Integration
Conference Focus
The conference showcases how AI and AR can be integrated into fashion for creative practice, sustainable retail, and innovation, merging heritage with technology.
Fashion Industry Realities
The adoption and ethical implications of AI and AR in the fashion industry are complex, with potential concerns about job displacement and authenticity.
- Event
- International Conference on Fashion as a Tool for Social Change (FTSC 2025)
- Host
- Woxsen University, School of Arts & Design
- Dates
- November 10-11, 2025
- Theme
- Innovating the Present, Preserving the Future
- Submissions Received
- 172 abstracts from 85 institutions (71 national, 14 international)
- Papers Selected
- 103 (12 offline, 91 online)
- Location
- Hyderabad, Telangana, India