On July 1-2, 19 representatives from eight European countries gathered at Amsterdam Fashion Institute in the Netherlands to drive forward the Erasmus+ Blueprint AEQUALIS4TCLF project.

The EU based initiative is set to transform the TCLF (Textile, Clothing, Leather and Footwear) industries through education and social skills, paving the way for more resilient, inclusive and future-ready sectors.

One of the project’s key deliverables is the upcoming European TCLF Skills Strategy, designed to respond to the impact on companies’ workforce of the rapidly technological, circular and social transformations. These strategies will be rolled out by national project partners, with strong support from industry, educational and institutional actors. AEQUALIS4TCLF is also pioneering change in the classroom. Eight brand-new curricula focused on sustainable and digital fashion have already been developed, and the respective training content is under development. To ensure accessibility and engagement, partners are creating an array of innovative learning resources, from interactive e-books and videos to hands-on activities and assessments. All materials will be available online and free of charge, equipping learners and educators alike for the green and digital transitions.

The AEQUALIS4TCLF project is co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union.