What we do
We champion a thriving future for Aotearoa New Zealand’s fashion and textiles industry - one that is innovative, full-circle and globally relevant.
Through advocacy, education and collective action, we bring the industry together to build a united, influential voice, strengthening collaboration, accelerating progress, and lifting the industry as a whole.
We:
- Connect the industry
- Strengthen collaboration
- Elevate the sector’s voice nationally and globally
- Support businesses to innovate and grow
Our Strategy
Our work is guided by three strategic priorities:
Voice
Advocating for a thriving, globally relevant industry
We advocate for the industry through strategic communications and engagement with government and key partners, strengthening recognition of the industry’s economic, cultural and environmental contribution.
Drive
Accelerating progress through insight and action
We inspire and enable change by sharing knowledge, building capability, and catalysing industry action, supporting businesses to respond to emerging challenges and opportunities.
Shape
Enabling the future of the industry
We work collaboratively with industry to shape the future, facilitating innovation, connecting the value chain, and supporting initiatives that deliver long-term impact.
Our 2026 Programme
Our 2026 work is brought to life through a series of core initiatives, focused on strengthening industry capability, accelerating innovation, and unlocking new opportunities across Aotearoa New Zealand’s fashion and textiles ecosystem.
Threads of Tomorrow Summit
Convening the industry to shape what comes next
Our national summit on June 16th brings together leaders from across fibre, textiles, manufacturing, design and retail to explore the forces shaping the future, and to align around the opportunities ahead.
Future of Fibre Aotearoa
Unlocking value from New Zealand’s fibre ecosystem
A multi-year initiative to identify and accelerate high-value opportunities for New Zealand fibre, strengthening connections from raw material through to market-ready products.
Future of Manufacturing Aotearoa
Building a resilient, future-ready industry
Developing a national strategy for apparel and textile manufacturing, focused on strengthening local capability, supporting innovation, and unlocking economic opportunity.
Circular Design Awards
Accelerating innovation through design
Educating, supporting and celebrating designers and businesses leading circular innovation, and advancing the role of design in creating a more resilient, low-impact industry.
Industry Voice & Advocacy
Strengthening recognition and influence
Representing the sector through strategic advocacy and engagement with government and partners, elevating the industry’s role in economic, cultural and environmental outcomes.
