Listen "The Hidden Conflict in Congo: A Fashion Designer’s Call for Human Rights & Sustainable Emerging Tech | Christian Okutu"
Episode Synopsis
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Did you know that over 60% of the world's cobalt - essential for batteries in Smartphones, Tablets, and even Electric Vehicles - is sourced from the Crisis & War-ridden mines of the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
Today, we're honoured to welcome on Christian Okutu - Founder of OKURU, a pioneering brand that fuses Congolese and Japanese fashion elements. The trailblazing designer is using fashion as a platform to address critical issues like Ethical Fashion, Sustainability, and Human Rights Equality. His mission is not only to creating stunning attire; but to also ignite a global conversation on the responsibilities of the fashion industry in conflict zones.
In this episode, we uncover:
- The real impact of Technology & Fashion on DRC
- The journey of OKURU and its mission for sustainable fashion
- How Emerging Technologies are reshaping the Fashion landscape
- Insights into the deeper workings of life (Sacred Geometry, Colour Theory etc)
Don’t miss out on this movement for change!
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Connect with Christian/Okuru
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/okuru.ldn
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/okuru-ltd
Website: https://okuruldn.com
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📱 Catch us on all socials @rocketpodmedia
About Rocket Pod
Rocket Pod: How Visionaries Forge Their Dreams into Reality.
Compelling stories deconstructing how growth-minded individuals achieve the destinies they choose.
Rocket Pod has been created to engage visionaries about their life journeys and uncover true-life experiences deconstructing how these individuals get from an idea and transition it into reality.
Through our series, Rocket Pod will deliver a refreshed perspective on life and provide tools and knowledge through quality audio to positively impact others' lives. Growth-minded guests will share their stories with listeners and help them take the next step to achieve greatness in whatever they put their minds to.
https://www.rocketpod.uk
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The Rocket Pod Team
James Cuss - Co-Founder & Co-Host
Zander Dobson - Co-Host & Creative Director
Kiran Suppiah - Editor
Recorded at Quaker Street Space
https://quakerstreet.co.uk/
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Did you know that over 60% of the world's cobalt - essential for batteries in Smartphones, Tablets, and even Electric Vehicles - is sourced from the Crisis & War-ridden mines of the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
Today, we're honoured to welcome on Christian Okutu - Founder of OKURU, a pioneering brand that fuses Congolese and Japanese fashion elements. The trailblazing designer is using fashion as a platform to address critical issues like Ethical Fashion, Sustainability, and Human Rights Equality. His mission is not only to creating stunning attire; but to also ignite a global conversation on the responsibilities of the fashion industry in conflict zones.
In this episode, we uncover:
- The real impact of Technology & Fashion on DRC
- The journey of OKURU and its mission for sustainable fashion
- How Emerging Technologies are reshaping the Fashion landscape
- Insights into the deeper workings of life (Sacred Geometry, Colour Theory etc)
Don’t miss out on this movement for change!
- - -
👍 Like this video if you enjoyed it, it helps us reach more people!
💬 Comment what topics you want us to explore 😮
📲 Subscribe so you never miss an episode!
- - -
Connect with Christian/Okuru
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/okuru.ldn
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/okuru-ltd
Website: https://okuruldn.com
- - -
📱 Catch us on all socials @rocketpodmedia
About Rocket Pod
Rocket Pod: How Visionaries Forge Their Dreams into Reality.
Compelling stories deconstructing how growth-minded individuals achieve the destinies they choose.
Rocket Pod has been created to engage visionaries about their life journeys and uncover true-life experiences deconstructing how these individuals get from an idea and transition it into reality.
Through our series, Rocket Pod will deliver a refreshed perspective on life and provide tools and knowledge through quality audio to positively impact others' lives. Growth-minded guests will share their stories with listeners and help them take the next step to achieve greatness in whatever they put their minds to.
https://www.rocketpod.uk
- - -
The Rocket Pod Team
James Cuss - Co-Founder & Co-Host
Zander Dobson - Co-Host & Creative Director
Kiran Suppiah - Editor
Recorded at Quaker Street Space
https://quakerstreet.co.uk/
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