Your Sustainable Friend

Join our host, Feyi, as she journeys to the world's largest second-hand fashion market, Kantamanto. While there she uncovers hidden narratives of merchants, workers, and communities, highlighting their experiences and challenges within the global fashion industry. In this episode, Feyi also discusses the broader environmental and community implications of fast fashion, the impact it has on the lives of those involved in the end-of-life of garments and concludes with a call to action for sustainable and ethical practices in the fashion industry.Mentioned in this Episode:The OR foundation Blog postsConsumed summaryBehind the scenes Call to action for individuals, businesses and organisations Episode Credits:Host: Feyi OsifuwaEditor: JAVisuals Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Series: Sustainability Changemakers: Black Voices in GreenIn this episode, Feyi discusses her inspiration for the series and emphasises the need to amplify underrepresented voices in sustainability. The episode explores disparities faced by minorities in climate change and highlights the pivotal role these voices can take. Mentioned in this episode: Acre Recruiting, Why Black Voices in Green Blog Post, Two Sides of Diversity Report, Air pollution effects on minorities in LondonFind us here: Yoursustainablefriend, Instagram, LinkedinContact: yoursustainablefriend@gmail.comFollow, like, subscribe, and share for more impactful stories. Thank you for joining this transformative journey.Episode edited by Ryan Silva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Series: Sustainability Changemakers: Black Voices in GreenJoin Olaolu as we discuss how he found his passion early on, his background in geography and environmental management and how that has helped to pave the way for a dedicated career in safeguarding our planet's biodiversity. Olaolu talks about the pivotal role of corporations and financial institutions in mitigating climate change and preserving nature.Mentioned in this episode: The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, Conference Of the Parties (COP), Biodiversity COP Episode edited by Ryan Silva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Series: Sustainability Changemakers: Black Voices in GreenJoin David Onyango as he shares his journey from corporate affairs to sustainability. In this episode, David opens up about his profound connection to water conservation and responsible usage, especially in water-stressed regions. He delves into his experiences in fostering collective action and transparent sustainability efforts. David's insights illuminate the power of individual actions, emphasizing the need for a collective approach to make a significant impact on our environment. Join us in this inspiring conversation as David shares his wisdom, urging us all to embrace sustainability as a personal mission. Mentioned in this Episode: Wangari Maathai and The Green Belt Movement Episode edited by Ryan Silva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Series: Sustainability Changemakers: Black Voices in Green Join Mya Gooding-Springer the CEO and founder of Swapped, a groundbreaking fashion-swapping app, Mya combines her passion for style with a commitment to sustainability. In this episode, Mya shares her entrepreneurial journey, discussing the inception of Swapped and its role in the slow fashion movement. Discover how Swapped promotes circularity, and helps to reduce the environmental impact of the fashion industry. Mya's insights shed light on the intersection of fashion, technology, and eco-consciousness. Mentioned in this episode: Swapped, SOJO, Fluus (flushable pads), the waste hierarchy and, the Zero Waste Hierarchy Episode edited by Ryan Silva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Series: Sustainability Changemakers: Black Voices in Green Join Feyi Oseni as we discuss her sustainability career journey. We cover Feyi's post-grad move to Nigeria, her transition from process engineering to sustainability, thoughts on having kids in an unsustainable world, upskilling, the social and governance aspects of sustainability, and circularity in Lagos. Mentioned in this episode: Acre, MagProtein and the Ellen Macarthur Foundation. Episode edited by Ryan Silva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Feyi, our host, as she chats with Cynthia Adu and Feyi Oseni (from Two Feyi's in a Pod). Feyi, Feyi and Cynthia are the co-creators of BLISS.BLISS is a community dedicated to bringing together Black Leaders in the Sustainability Space.In this episode, the three co-creators talk about the story behind BLISS and the community’s mission to help make the sustainability space more inclusive.Mentioned in this Episode:Netflix show, Join or DieFind Your Sustainable Friend:Your Sustainable Friend WebsiteInstagramLinkedinTik TokFind BLISS Here:BLISS Website: BLISSLinkedIn Page: BLISS LinkedInContact:General inquiries: yoursustainablefriend@gmail.comBLISS community: contact@blisscommunity.earthDon't forget to follow, like, subscribe, and share Episode Credits:Host: Feyi OsifuwaThis episode was edited on Riverside Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.