The Global Fashion Summit: Copenhagen Edition 2024 is set to commence on May 22-23 at the Copenhagen Concert Hall, marking its 15th anniversary. Hosted by the Global Fashion Agenda (GFA), a non-profit organization dedicated to propelling the fashion industry towards sustainability, the event will gather esteemed leaders to accelerate social and environmental progress.
Her Majesty The Queen of Denmark will deliver the opening remarks, underscoring her enduring commitment to sustainability since her inaugural attendance in 2009. Joining her will be over 100 speakers from renowned entities like Kering, Patagonia, and The New York Times, convening under the theme 'Unlocking the Next Level'.
As a cornerstone in fashion sustainability discourse, the Summit aims to reflect on past achievements while charting a course for future action. With looming deadlines for previous pledges, the industry faces a crucial moment to intensify efforts and address pressing societal and environmental challenges. Over 1000 stakeholders spanning fashion, policymaking, and solution provision will converge to explore actionable solutions.
The Summit's program features sessions such as 'Luxury, Leather, and Land' and 'Ending Oversupply', alongside an expanded roster of action-oriented roundtable meetings. These closed-door sessions aim to foster collaboration and address key barriers hindering sustainability progress.
Furthermore, the Innovation Forum will showcase cutting-edge sustainable solutions, offering attendees opportunities for collaboration and advancement along the sustainability journey. Federica Marchionni, CEO of Global Fashion Agenda, emphasizes the Summit's role in galvanizing industry efforts towards tangible change, signaling a shift from mere commitments to actionable goals.
With its diverse lineup and focus on practical solutions, the Global Fashion Summit 2024 emerges as a pivotal platform driving urgent sustainability progress in the fashion industry.
