By implementing this project, we aim to achieve several objectives. In addition, to raising awareness of thematic concerns, we also have a mission to empower our participants to engage in advocacy and activism for causes they believe in. While we will be raising awareness on traditional clothing, religious dress and other cultural items, our objective would be to break down stereotypes to foster intercultural dialogue and promote understanding. Thus, we will be promoting inclusion as participants will engage in open discussions about their cultures and identities. Clothing can act as a marker for discrimination e.g. Muslims who choose to wear headscarves and veils are still being judged, harassed, and even attacked, making this issue not only a matter of personal freedom but also of public safety and human rights. Through this project we aim to raise awareness on islamophobia and discrimination. Participants will be equipped with knowledge to combat prejudice and advocate for freedom of expression and become engaged citizens who strive for inclusion Our project aims to empower young people to reflect on their identities, self-expression and dress codes. Societal standards of beauty and body image continue to be influenced by the fashion industry’s "one size fits most" approach, promoting unhealthy ideals and contributing to eating disorders like anorexia nervosa. Participants will develop confidence in their personal identities, reflect on the role of clothing in expressing themselves and understand the implications of dress codes in formal and informal environments. My dress My choice aims to bring participants attention to sustainable fashion alternatives like upcycling, fair trade practices and ethical consumerism. Fast fashion brands encourage a culture of overconsumption. Due to the rapid production cycles, this has had devastating consequences on the environment. Environmental awareness during the mobility will empower them to attitude change and inspire their peers. Meanwhile, they will also be educated on environmental impact of fast fashion to help them make informed and responsible choices with regards to sustainability. We also aim to help develop critical thinking and media literacy particularly misrepresentation of culture, fashion and identities which help perpetuate stereotypes through adverts and social media. Our objective is to encourage participants to critically analyse fashion media, advertisements and social media platforms, helping them develop the ability to question and challenge prevailing narratives to fit into narrow beauty standards, leading to widespread dissatisfaction with their bodies and poor mental health. The pressure to conform, i.e. personality you can buy Our project aims to promote active citizenship and advocacy. Participants will be supported in developing advocacy skills such as content creation to highlight the impact of exploitation in the garment industry. Fast fashion is also notorious for its exploitative labour practices, especially in sweatshops that predominantly employ women. The gendered nature of this exploitation makes it a pressing feminist issue as well, with women disproportionately suffering under these harsh labour conditions. Workers, often from poorer countries, face unsafe conditions, long hours and low wages, highlighting the urgent need for reform in the garment industry. This project aims to inspire them to take action. By implementing this project, we aim to promote creativity and innovation. Through our hands on workshops, participants will explore how they can creatively incorporate cultural elements into contemporary fashion.