Abandoned Quote by Liya Kebede
“Traveling around Ethiopia, I saw dozens of abandoned textile factories. People kept asking me to help them find work. So I thought I could make use of my experience in fashion to commercialize their products outside of Ethiopia.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Fashion for Change, 2020
Seeing abandoned factories in Ethiopia, she considered using her fashion expertise to help locals find work.
In simple terms: Use skills to aid underserved communities.
Apply expertise to social impact.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- startup creation
- fair trade
- community workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can launch a fashion venture?
- How to ensure fair wages?
Market demand may be uncertain.