Introduction Inclusive design is more than just a compliance requirement; it is a strategic opportunity that fosters innovation, enhances user experience, and expands market reach. Companies that embrace inclusive design position themselves at the forefront of industry advancements, improving not only their product offerings but also their brand reputation and customer loyalty. The Importance of … Read more
Disability innovations for everone Disability has played a fundamental role in shaping some of the most groundbreaking innovations in history—innovations that we all use today. Did you know that key inventions like the telephone, the typewriter, and even the Internet have their roots in accessibility solutions for people with disabilities? Let’s explore some of these … Read more
2024 Coaching and training Training https://vorn-hub.com/design-academy-adapt-1 Vorn Academy Adapt – Fashion for an Inclusive Future Client: Vorn, The Berlin Fashion Hub in collaboration with Zalando.Challenge: To create a training programme that fosters innovation in Adaptive Fashion, developing creative and functional solutions for the disabled community. The Programme The 3rd edition of Vorn Academy, titled Adapt, … Read more
I had the opportunity to attend the final feedback workshop on the TLR last 18th October 2024. before the European Commission begins drafting the new legislative framework for textile labels. The revised regulation will address both physical labels and the introduction of the Digital Product Passport (DPP) to enhance transparency for consumers and professionals alike—covering … Read more
Diversity in business is more than a trend: it is an opportunity to innovate. However, many organisations are not making the most of this valuable resource. Gender equality and cultural representation initiatives are essential, but few companies take the next step: integrating diversity into the design of their products and services. Have you ever … Read more
Many companies face this dilemma. The need to create sustainable models is associated with the reduction of production. This means implementing sustainable strategies such as: – Circularity: based on the concept of zero waste and avoiding the extraction of virgin raw materials. – Servitization model: Offering customer services such as rental, repair or product warranty. … Read more
2021 – 2022 Expert consultant Advisor / Training Homepage Specialist consulting on disability Rut Turró was invited to be involved in the European-Union-financed ‘Better Incubation’ project as an expert consultant. The program, run by LIAISE (Linking Incubation Actors for Inclusive and Social Entrepreneurship), aims to empower business support organisations (BSOs) to help entrepreneurs from under-represented … Read more
2014 – 2016 Creating synergies between disability centres End to end Inicio La Bolsa llena: Development of a line of handbags. La Bolsa Llena represents a comprehensive project focusing on the manufacturing and sale of handbags. The project aim to foster synergies between different social organizations employing people with intellectual disabilities. Including organizations like Fundación … Read more
2010 – 2012 Transformational consulting End 2 end https://oxfamintermon.org/ Fair trade clothing and accessories collection desig The management and purchase of new products for a fair trade fashion collection.From conceptualizing the initial collection design to distributing the final pieces, we managed the entire end-to-end process, working with international manufacturers (in India, Nepal, and Peru) and … Read more
2002 – 2006 Transformational consulting End 2 end Home A social cooperative that manufactures high-quality artisanal fabrics. Teixidors is a project that we hold close to our hearts.It is the perfect union of social inclusion and textile craftsmanship. The outcome is timeless products of utmost quality and exquisite design.We collaborate with Teixidors in various areas, … Read more
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