Events
Digital Product Passports in Fashion: Opportunities, Challenges and Strategic Implications
Please join Dr. Rosy Boardman for an online presentation of her research on Digital Product Passports. Digital Product Passports (DPPs) are set to become a major requirement for the fashion industry under forthcoming EU regulation, yet their implementation presents significant challenges for brands, suppliers and policymakers. Drawing on the latest academic research, industry evidence and policy developments, this webinar explores the practical realities of DPP adoption across fashion value chains, including challenges relating to supply chain transparency, data management, technology integration, governance, stakeholder engagement and implementation costs, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Register to learn more about the webinar.
Redefining Growth for Fashion Brands: Exploring Non Extractive Value and Resilience
Join Aerielle Rojas as she presents her research on sustainable fashion. In light of brands looking to "redefine growth" and achieve strong resilience for the future, this empirical study bridges that practical gap in understanding what this could look like. Through determining non-extractive value, a new value creation concept, and measuring its impact on organizational resilience, results indicate a positive effect on internal capabilities. The work overall reveals a pragmatic approach to redefine value creation, and even fashion itself.
Inaugural session: Student Seminar Series
Our upcoming Student Seminar will be the first session in our new student webinar series. This is the first time we are piloting a student-focused format within the network. We are beginning with three students from Yale University, with the hope of expanding this opportunity to students from other universities in future sessions.
Rethinking Circularity: The Second-Hand Clothing Trade in Ghana from Multiple Perspectives
Is circular fashion truly circular?
As a part of our 2026 Sustainable Fashion Consumption Network series, this panel brings together scholars and on-the-ground experts to critically examine the environmental, economic, and social implications of second-hand clothing exports from the Global North to Ghana.
2025 Symposium
The 2nd Symposium of the International Research Network on Sustainable Fashion Consumption, held at the Yale School of Management from October 27-28, 2025, brings together scholars, students, and practitioners to explore fair and sustainable fashion consumption. Discussions will cover topics like second-hand shopping, slow fashion, affordability, and policy initiatives. The event includes research sessions, a student colloquium, and a showcase for practical projects. An optional third day on Wednesday, October 29th includes a Green Fashion Tour in New Haven, CT which will highlight sustainable initiatives. Hosted by Yale’s Center for Business and the Environment, the symposium is free for accepted participants.

