Ocean Lovers Talks - STEPPING UP - SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS TO FASHION'S FAIL

OCEAN LOVERS TALKS - Stepping up - Sustainable solutions to fashions’ fail

Join Natasha Mitchell, host of ABC Radio National Big Ideas as she explores how the fashion world is evolving to become a force for good. Hear from crusaders, cutting-edge scientists, and visionary investors supporting groundbreaking innovations in sustainable fashion that include ocean-friendly fabrics and eco-conscious production methods.

SPEAKERS:

Lisa Lake - Director, Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Fashion + Textiles, University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

Dr Lisa Lake is a pioneer in the Australian sustainable fashion movement having authored Sustainability with Style in 2012 and co-founded Clean Cut in 2014. She now leads the Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Fashion + Textiles at UTS and TAFE NSW. 

Christopher Hurren, Associate Professor in Textile Research, Institute for Frontier Materials, Deakin University

Chris has expertise in protective and performance textiles and a circular approach to sustainable textiles. His knowledge extends over the entire textile processing chain. 

Fashion Designer, Kit Willow

Kit Willow, Pioneer in Sustainable Fashion, and Founder of two fashion labels, WILLOW and KITX, proving that as creators we can make conscious choices to minimise impact on our ocean, while also empowering consumers to make the right choices and vote with their wallet. Kit recently has turned her attention to a technology platform called CIRKIT, launching March, 2025.

Danielle Haj-Moussa, Main Sequence

Danielle is an investor at Main Sequence Ventures, APAC’s largest deep tech VC firm, focused on commercialising groundbreaking research. She leads the Fashion Collective, a group of portfolio companies shaping sustainable and circular fashion.

WHERE: High Tide Room, Bondi Pavilion

WHEN: 12.30pm - 1.30pm Sunday, March 23

Important note: Registration does not guarantee you a seat. Please arrive early to avoid disappointment. 

Ocean Lovers Talks are a feature program of the Ocean Lovers Festival bringing you inspirational talks by leaders and luminaries, scientists, innovators, adventurers and future-proofers focused on solutions to better protect our ocean, promoting hopeful and inspiring views for the future.

The Ocean Lovers Festival is an annual celebration of Ideas, Art+Music & Actions, showcasing some of the latest innovations, science, state-of-the-art technology and cool ideas for helping the ocean. Be inspired and entertained with art, music, food, talks, stalls, workshops and more. Visit our website for more information.