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Carmen’s talk will show the need for humanity and compassion in the fashion industry. Having pioneered a new form of sustainable fashion, Carmen has changed the world through her material piñatex. Her talk will explain how we can all do our bit to change the world. Ultimately, she will show how a school bag can give young people the creativity and skills needed for a Brave New World. Dr Carmen Hijosa, Founder and Chief Creative and Innovation Officer of Ananas Anam Ltd, developed Piñatex® - a natural plant-based material made from pineapple leaf fibre. She is an ethical entrepreneur with a vision for a more sustainable future, connecting people, ecology and economics. Originally from Spain, Carmen’s career has taken her around the world. The journey of Piñatex® began when she realized the toxic impact of mass leather production while consulting in the Philippines. Driven to find an alternative solution, Carmen undertook a PhD at the Royal College of Art (UK) to develop Piñatex; As a result she has spearheaded a vibrant new industry that is socially, environmentally and economically
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