Woxsen's FTSC 2025 Explores Fashion's Power to Shape a Sustainable, Ethical Future

On November 10-11, 2025, Woxsen University successfully hosted the third edition of its International Conference on Fashion as a Tool for Social Change (FTSC 2025). Organized by the School of Arts & Design, the annual conference reinforced Woxsen's commitment to driving meaningful dialogue at the intersection of creativity, ethics, sustainability, and social impact.

Building on the legacy of its 2023 and 2024 editions, FTSC 2025 explored the theme 'Innovating the Present, Preserving the Future.' The two-day hybrid event brought together a vibrant mix of national and international scholars, designers, entrepreneurs, artisans, and students to showcase how technology and tradition can converge to shape a more responsible and inclusive fashion ecosystem.

The conference featured keynote addresses, industry insights, and research presentations that explored pivotal themes including cultural sustainability, circular economy, ethical design, AI in creative practice, and responsible production. Speakers emphasized fashion's transformative potential to influence both societal and environmental change, with one presenter noting that "fashion is far more than an aesthetic practice -- it is a force capable of driving social awareness, cultural preservation, and environmental responsibility."

With 172 abstracts received from 71 national and 14 international institutions, FTSC 2025 reaffirmed Woxsen's position as a leading hub for purpose-driven design and global collaboration. As the university looks ahead to the 2026 edition, the conference's momentum underscores fashion's growing influence as a catalyst for societal transformation.