Global apparel retailer Uniqlo recently partnered with local artist Nini Marini to bring refugees from Dignity for Children Foundation for an art workshop.
The workshop was held in conjunction with the recent launch of Uniqlo’s Peace For All collection, the ongoing charity t-shirt program that supports the continuous efforts for global peace.
The workshop was attended by 30 refugee children from Dignity for Children.
Under the guidance of Nini Marini, the workshop taught the children on the usage of everyday items for design through their interpretation of vision of peace.
“At the heart of Uniqlo, we not only strive to be a sustainable brand but to also help our local communities. Our workshop with Nini Marini is a testament to Uniqlo’s efforts in shining a spotlight on refugees and the unfortunate circumstances that they are in.
“With this campaign, we hope to spread the word on global peace,” said Uniqlo Malaysia sustainability director Evelyn Tan.
She added, “With millions of people forced to leave their homes, we are always looking for ways to better support our refugee communities. As a company that produces clothing for all, we will continue to work consistently in advocating a little bit of peace in their lives and will continue to aid forcibly displaced groups the best we can.”
Introduced in June 2022, the Peace For All project from Uniqlo aims to support global peace.
In collaboration with world-renowned leaders in design, art, science, sports and literature, the project aims to raise funds for peace efforts around the globe.
The latest t-shirt collection launch features figures such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, Cristina de Middel and Roger Federer.
As of Feb 2023, about US$2.3 million has been raised through the sales of the Peace For All t-shirts.
Fast Retailing, Uniqlo’s parent company, is committed to donating 100% of the sales profits of the Peace For All project to international organisations that support victims of war, conflict, discrimination, violence, and poverty, such as UNHCR, Save The Children and Plan International.
