Threads of Change: Puja MJ on Community and The Slow Fashion Movement

In this episode of The Ethical Stitch, host Michelle Alleyne sits down with Puja MJ, a bold sustainability advocate and climate justice leader from Mumbai. Their conversation dives into the Slow Fashion Movement and its powerful 90-day challenge that invites people to step away from buying new clothes and reimagine their relationship with fashion.

Puja brings the perspective of the Global South to the forefront, reminding us that the sustainability conversation is incomplete without the voices of those most affected by climate and labor realities. She shares how grassroots movements and community-centered action are shaping the future of fashion, and why education in fashion schools is key to sparking long-term change.

This episode is a reminder that real transformation often begins with individual choices—and when those choices connect into collective action, they can shift an entire industry.

Takeaways:
Puja MJ emphasizes the importance of community in the Slow Fashion Movement.
The 90-day challenge encourages individuals to rethink their consumption habits.
Sustainability conversations must include voices from the Global South.
Education on sustainability should be integrated into fashion curricula.
Grassroots movements can create significant impact in the fashion industry.
The Slow Fashion Movement is volunteer-powered and fueled by passion.
Real change happens through daily choices and community conversations.
The narrative around sustainability should focus on people, planet, and profit.
Degrowth is a necessary concept for sustainable fashion practices.
Social media can be a tool for positive change in fashion consumption.

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